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Let this template be your guide for the person you want to become, by setting goals, principles and reflecting on the past.
I advice to evaluate it whenever you are feeling a lack of focus in your day-to-day, or every quarter to reflect and set new goals that align your new self. Tip: duplicate this template every year, so you can reflect on your journey to who you want to be. I advice to create goals that are measurable, whilst not being too attached to the achievement of it.
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Contents
Quarterly goals
Habits to build
2024 goals
Reminders
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e.g. I care most about honesty (integrity) and mindfulness. I care about honesty because even if it puts you in an uncomfortable situation, it is the truth.
<aside> <img src="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" alt="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" width="40px" /> Which principles do you care about most in life?
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e.g. I highly admire the pursuit of knowledge. I highly admire the pursuit of consistency. This tells me that I don’t care about virality, but consistent growth and learning.
<aside> <img src="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" alt="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" width="40px" /> Which pursuits do you admire?
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e.g. I enjoy building/managing startups, I enjoy reading, particularly fundamental questions in life and the pursuit of knowledge. I enjoy coding, and sometimes I enjoy designing. I do like writing, too.
<aside> <img src="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" alt="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" width="40px" /> What do you enjoy?
What makes you feel that you have a purpose in life?
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e.g. I gravitated towards building my own business. Ever since I was 13, I wanted to be an entrepreneur. Back then, I built gaming teams pursuing the same rush as I have for it today.
<aside> <img src="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" alt="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" width="40px" /> Thinking back to your childhood, what did you gravitate towards doing?
What do you always find time for?
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e.g. If failure were impossible, I would fearlessly pursue my entrepreneurial vision, creating a venture that combines innovation and social impact.
<aside> <img src="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" alt="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" width="40px" /> What would you like to do, if you knew you couldn’t fail?
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e.g. I engage in meaningful work that aligns with my passion and purpose. The day unfolds with a blend of productivity, laughter, and shared moments, capped off with a quiet evening of reflection and gratitude.
<aside> <img src="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" alt="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" width="40px" /> What does your ideal ordinary Tuesday look like? What are you doing? Who are you with?
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e.g. 1. Graduating college 2. Finding a part-time job 3. Passing $5K MRR.
<aside> <img src="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" alt="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" width="40px" /> What were the 3-5 most significant events or achievements in 2023 for you?
How did these impact your life?
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e.g. Navigating a career transition, tackling communication challenges, unexpected personal setbacks.
<aside> <img src="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" alt="/icons/thought_lightgray.svg" width="40px" /> What were the biggest challenges or obstacles you faced in 2023?
How did you overcome them, and what did you learn from these experiences?
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