Many of us have heard it said that we should shoot for the stars.  That sounds inspiring, but it is also rather limiting.  Why are we shooting for the stars in our own night sky when we could be going for the next galaxy?  My point is simply this, that our growth is often capped by the goals we set.  If we think we can only grow by 5 % this year, we probably will only grow by that amount.

Our thoughts impact our attitudes, which then impacts our actions.  If we are only planning to grow by 5 or 10%, we will slow our pace and our vision to match that amount.  So one of the first rules of growth needs to be setting our vision high.  Is your vision too big for one person to accomplish?  Does it take 2 or 3 people or even a whole team to accomplish?  Is it stretching to the point of being incredible?  Those are the kinds of goals that get you out of bed in the morning and excited to be about your work. 

This kind of goal will not only excite you, but it will draw new clients to your organization who will want to be part of something this big and daring.  Too often we settle for "realistic", which is a code word for being safe, instead of really putting a huge goal out there that  commits us to give our very best.  Start by reflecting on why you started your business.  What was compelling about the idea of doing this work, producing the goods or services that you are providing?  Reflecting on this can creat renewed energy and focus on larger and more significant goals.

Make 2011 a year to remember!  Invest in something huge and incredible--you may be surprised how much more you can accomplish!