Keep Pushing for Your Big Goals

Pursuing dreams such as beginning a side hustle or getting ripped requires gritty grit and patience. It's like being in quicksand, but don't let that spark in you extinguish. Imagine us getting coffee, and here's the truth: divide your goals into smaller, possible steps. Take small victories—they accumulate. Get rid of perfectionism; imperfect progress is still progress. Get around people who energize you, not deflate you. And when it gets tough, take a breath, but don't give up. You've got this—let's make those goals feel lighter and keep that spark burning.

Why Long Goals Feel Tough

Big goals are a grind, not a sprint, and a lack of daily trophies can drain the motivation from you. That 2023 Inc. article was spot on: long delays in reward can kill motivation unless you learn to love the grind. To make it enjoyable, gamify progress—celebrate small victories like leveling up in a video game. Add mini-rewards, such as a reward for reaching a milestone. Enjoy the process by associating tasks with things you enjoy, such as music or a podcast. Surround yourself with a crew who will encourage you. Keep it enjoyable, remain regular, and the grind is the reward.

1. Cut It Down to Size

Pursuing a big goal, such as a book, may sound daunting, like staring at a big mountain. Rather than fretting about the entire ascent, take one step. Write one paragraph today. If you're preparing for an event, just complete one lap. I began my blog with one brief post per week, and those tiny efforts compounded a great deal. Divide your goal into itsy, bitsy pieces. Each achievement compounds a cumulative sense of accomplishment that gains momentum. Before you know it, these tiny steps may compound to considerable progress. Keep it simple, take steady action, and watch your dream begin to take form.

Do This: Pick one tiny task for today. Write it on a napkin or in your phone.

2. Know Your Reason

Why are you doing this? To feel free? To prove something? My reason for starting a business was to work on my terms. I keep a note in my wallet that says “Freedom.” It pulls me back when I’m slacking.

Try It: Scribble your reason on a piece of paper. Stick it where you’ll see it.

3. Hitch It to a Routine

I’m lazy sometimes, so I tie new stuff to things I already do. Want to learn coding? Watch a 5-minute tutorial while you eat breakfast. When I wanted to read more, I kept a book by my bed for 10 minutes before sleep.

Start Here: Add a 2-minute goal task to something you do daily, like brushing your teeth.

4. Pat Yourself on the Back

Don’t wait for the big win to feel good. Hit the gym three days straight? Buy a donut. A 2024 Entrepreneur article said small rewards keep you going longer. I text my buddy every time I finish a work sprint—it’s like a mini party.

Quick Move: Tell someone about a small step you took today.

5. Grab Some Backup

You need people who get it. My sister cheers me on when I’m doubting myself, and I scroll X for posts from hustlers like me. A 2023 Business Insider piece said having a crew makes you twice as likely to stick with it. Ditch the doubters.

Wrap-Up

Big goals are a marathon, not a sprint. Break them down, remember why you’re fighting, and give yourself props for small wins. Lean on your people and tie tasks to your day. You’re not just chasing a goal—you’re building something real.

What’s one small thing you’ll do today? Drop it below or tell a friend. Keep going!