Having clarity of vision and developing habits, tools and life-hacks to bring your B.H.A.G. into fruition this 2021 and beyond
As we leave 2020 and all its challenges behind, it is but apt to make 2021 a year where we level up our lives and set our minds to accomplish the things we want to achieve. Often, the big question is: where do we start? The “how” can be daunting.
“The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle.”
– Steve Jobs
To help entrepreneurs achieve their full potential and enable transformational growth in the lives of its members, EO Melbourne recently held the virtual workshop “Level Up Your Life” where OAK Journal Founder and EO Colorado Member Keith Roberts shared the tools, structure and habits to reach one’s limitless potential through the 90-day structured OAK Journal.
One of Keith’s key takeaways from EO was having clarity of vision due to its importance for goal-setting. Through science, spirituality and generosity Keith’s vision was to help others become the best versions of themselves, which is how the OAK Journal evolved, as a tool to help guide others on their life journey.
In the process of implementing the 90-day goal, the journal aids users to find their “why” or ikigai (one’s life purpose). The focus is to set three goals for 90 days (personal, business, and family/relationships) that will lead them to achieve their Big Hairy Audacious Goal (B.H.A.G.) and, eventually, their purpose.
“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.”
– Thomas Edison
The creators of the OAK Journal developed this tool to share over 20 years of collective experience that will empower one to achieve what they set out to do. It has taken decades of wins and failures, along with countless hours of continued education and endless consumption of reading materials and books, such as How to Win Friends and Influence People, Great By Choice, Mastering The Rockefeller Habits and Scaling Up.
Keith also touched on the importance of writing vs digital. Based on science and research, many studies have shown that writing something down almost doubles the probability of accomplishing it.
“You’ll never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.”
– John C. Maxwell
Along with writing down the long-term and short-term goals, the OAK Journal provides the method of how to achieve them. One of the things it encourages everyone to do is to follow Warren Rustand’s 10-10-10, wherein 10 minutes are spent on meditating, another 10 minutes on reading and another 10 minutes for journaling.
It is all about creating healthy habits from morning routines to evening activities. Keith stresses that it is an exercise in building willpower and discipline and motivating others to finish what they have begun. The journal additionally has sections where one can write down and track their daily and weekly progress.
“Be afraid, not of failing but of never trying.”
– Adam Beasley
As Keith recommended, more than just putting pen to paper, the best way to make sure that healthy habits are being developed and that the 90-day goals are being achieved is to have an accountability partner. Finding one in EO may not be too difficult as most members of this business community have similar experiences, qualities and aspirations.
Apart from gaining access to learning events like this, one of the advantages of joining EO is being surrounded by like-minded leaders, which provides life-enhancing connections and real conversations that can help one unlock their potentials and grow beyond their personal limits.
What is your goal in 2021? How do you plan to achieve it? Share your answers in the comment box below.