Implementation Index Will you implement and take action on those activities required to achieve your goals in the time-frame you would like? Responding to the following 27 statements will give you insights about how to accelerate your results in achieving your goals. Meaningful results in life come from taking action. Just like thinking about exercise won't make you fit, it's actually you're ability to implement by taking action to increase physical activity that gets you the results. People often wonder what makes it hard for them to begin or complete certain activities and tasks. There are many factors which might play a role or serve to explain these difficulties. One of these factors is self-motivation. Self motivation is the ability and desire to reach goals and succeed, which is fueled by your own hopes or dreams, rather than those of somebody else. Completing this assessment will help you to find out whether you have this quality of self-motivation, and how strongly you possess it. By completing all items below, your score will drive some insightful "next steps" for you to make faster progress towards those things that matter most to you in life. Rate each item on a scale of 1-5 (1 is less true and 5 is more true). Select the answer that best represents your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. To obtain the greatest self-insight try to answer openly, honestly and with as much candor as possible. Choose how true each statement is for you. I typically set ‘big’ goals – ones that I know will be a stretch to achieve. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I do whatever it takes to achieve my goals by their due date. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I seldom have to move activities forward because I didn’t get them done when they were scheduled. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I effectively use my calendar to help keep me on track. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I delegate everything that isn’t a ‘good’ use of my time. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I typically do what needs to be done without procrastinating. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I have always been someone who has a strong desire to achieve. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True People have said they are amazed at how much I get done in a day. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I believe in myself and my abilities. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I’m committed to all the goals I set. I really do want to achieve them. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True It is easy for me to focus on the most important tasks that need to be done. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I continually prioritize my activities so I have the highest probability of achieving my goals. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I don’t like to waste time on non-productive things. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I believe that one of my strongest attributes is my ability to push myself to achieve my goals. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True While it may feel good to get praise from others, what is most important to me is how I feel I did. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True Others have used words such as “go-getter, ambitious, has a lot of drive, focused” to describe me. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I have always enjoyed accomplishing ‘big’ goals and trying new ideas. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I am open to trying to things if they have the slightest chance of working and helping me excel. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I can easily pump myself up to get things done. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I feel great when I look back over some of the things that I have already successfully accomplished. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I don’t worry about how I’m going to get myself to do something since I know I will do what it takes to get it done. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True People have told me that they are impressed by how I have a tendency to pursue what I’m passionate about. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I consider myself to be someone who wants to succeed for myself, more so than for the recognition from others. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True Even if something makes me feel slightly nervous or uncomfortable, I typically do not have too much trouble getting myself to overcome and just do it. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I like trying new ways to be more effective and efficient. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I look to others to help me decide on the best way to get things done. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True I can stay focused on what needs to be done and not let things distract me. Less True – 1 2 3 4 5 – More True Your Name: Your Email:
