How Many Milestones To Go?
Among the many trends in management speak, the word “milestones” seems to be coming back in full force. I hear it most often in reference to those accomplishments that signify movement toward some larger objective. We are expected to reach certain milestones by certain dates in order to be confident we will reach the bigger goal.
On a personal level, there are many life events that are considered milestones, no matter when they happen. Graduations, for example, are marked with ceremony and family celebration. So are weddings. Birthdays are marked with a little less formality, probably because they come around every year without a conscious effort on our part. If we had any sense at all, we would mark each day as a milestone. Each day is a progression. Sometimes there are setbacks, sure, but we should be able to think of each day as an opportunity to get closer to our goal.
Do you know your next milestone?
Here’s a hint: If you don’t know what your next milestone is, it’s likely you don’t have a valued goal you are chasing.