There are two vital aspects of turning a dream or an idea into a reality; Goals and Plans. The two are somewhat mixed up when having casual conversations with colleagues and friends but need to be separated and understood each for their importance.
First up to bat is Goals. Goals are what you are aiming to accomplish. They are generally vague but very meaningful and are the necessary plateaus needed to be reached.
Plans however a much different. Plans are what is needed to be done to reach your goals. Plans are specific and intricate. They normally involve milestones, timelines, day to day steps, and lots and lots of alterations.
Now to turn an idea into reality these two things must be separated and appreciated. How to do it is simple. Use two separate mediums to convey their importance to yourself and your team.
Goals should be up on the bulletin, dry erase, or chalk board. They should be put on banners and used to make slogans for the team. Hell, paint them in big bold letters on the wall if needed. The objective is to have the goal implanted, inescapably, in your mind and the minds of those helping you.
Plans, on the other hand should be made in print; handed out to everyone involved with highlights of each person’s objectives to reach the goal, be it daily, weekly, monthly; whatever is need. They should be flexible and living.
The plans will change. This needs to be addressed and delt with accordingly otherwise the goals painted on your wall cannot be met. They also should be verbally communicated on a daily basis and made sure the plan is constantly staying on track.
Once a the plan has taken action, and only then can a goal be met, can the ideas and dreams of your visionary mind be set into motion to become a living entity.
Think about it. What can you change next time you are setting out to accomplish something, be it something small or something out of this world?
