Hey Sugar Mamas!

 

If you attended the Galentines PJ & Goal Setting Brunch on Sunday, you probably have goal setting on your mind! And if you couldn’t make it, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered.

 

This week, we’re bringing you another edition of the Sugar Mamas Community Contributor Series, featuring insights on goal-setting strategies from a Sugar Mama who knows her stuff.

 

Meet Joy Nelson Thomas—Founder of LEAD Girls of NC, President of New Journey Mgmt. Group Inc., and your trusted Sugar Mama guide for all things goal setting.

 

Without further ado, here’s Joy! 👇

 

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Hi Sugar Mamas,

 

One of the last quotes I shared with you from my yearly planner was: "You can spend your life drawing lines, or you can choose to live your life by crossing them." I didn’t take enough time to explain why this is so significant on your entrepreneurial journey!

 

As women entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves at a crossroads: You can spend your life drawing lines, setting boundaries, and staying within your comfort zone, or you can choose to live your life by crossing those lines, challenging limits, and stepping into new possibilities.

 

So, how does this connect with your "why," your word for the year, and your vision for where you’re headed? Lean into your purpose. Embrace the word that guides you this year, and stay grounded in the values that define you—especially as you pursue success with strength, faith, and resilience.

Every line crossed is a step toward growth and fulfillment.

Now that you are grounded, let's dig deeper into goal setting methods:

 

1️⃣ SMART Goals: This method helps make goals clear and achievable by ensuring they are:

 

 

 

2️⃣ The 90-Day Sprint: Focus on setting goals in smaller, 90-day intervals. This technique encourages focus and a sense of urgency while breaking down larger, long-term objectives into manageable tasks. After 90 days, evaluate progress, adjust strategies, and set new goals for the next sprint. These methods help maintain clarity, motivation, and progress while avoiding overwhelm.

 

3️⃣ Backward Planning Start with the end goal and work backward to identify the necessary steps. Begin by visualizing the final result you want, then reverse-engineer the steps needed to reach that point. This helps you anticipate obstacles and clarify smaller tasks.

 

There are so many methods, so you have to try and see what works for you. If you can't see the steps, hire a coach!  And remember, planning and goal-setting aren’t just about your business!

 

Joy Nelson Thomas
New Journey Mgmt. Group Inc. 

(336) 517-6044