| commitment: | A willingness to work hard and do whatever it takes to accomplish a specific task. (p. 20)
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| external motivators: | Motivators that come from outside sources. This motivation can come in the form of people or things. (p. 22)
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| ideal life plan: | A written statement that describes your perfect future. It states clearly what you want for your life. (p. 3)
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| internal motivators: | Motivators you have within yourself. They are often driven by feelings and personal beliefs. (p. 21)
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| long-term goals: | Goals that generally take a year or more to accomplish. (p. 11)
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| mid-term goals: | Goals that can take from six months to a year to complete. (p. 12)
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| motivation: | A driving force that leads you to take action. (p. 20)
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| short-term goals: | Goals that take less than six months to complete. (p. 13)
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| SMART method: | A goal-setting formula that ensures each goal you set is specific, measurable, attainable, results-driven, and time-focused. (p. 13)
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| STEPS system: | A system to overcome obstacles that includes five different steps: self-discipline, taking responsibility, envisioning success, positive self-talk, and sharing goals. (p. 23)
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| visualization: | A strategy that involves creating a clear picture of something in your mind. (p. 25)
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