​In 6 months from now, what is it that you will wish you had started today? For Chisholm Online students who are now halfway through the study period, it may be to catch up coursework in order to successfully complete their study modules. For others it may be start a business, save money, find a new place to live or start a craft project. Whatever your goal is, write it down and use some of these strategies below to make sure you keep it at the forefront of your mind each day. By thinking about your goal each day, you'll naturally make an effort to take the steps to achieve it. You'll thank yourself later!​

1. Write it on the mirror in whiteboard marker, read it w​​hile you brush your teeth.

2. Make it a screen saver on your computer or phone (using words or ev​​en an image to represent the goal).

3. Write it on a piece of paper and stick it up inside your wardrobe so you can see it when getting dressed each morning.

4. Set alarm reminders on your phone to keep you on track.

5. Write or draw your goal on a Post-It note and stick it on your steering wheel.

6. Ask a friend, family member or teacher to remind and encourage you.

7. Take notes of your progress and tick each step off as you take it. You'll feel good knowing you're progressing in the right direction to achieving your goal. 

8. Use the association method where you mentally link everyday things with your goal.

9. Create a mood board with magazine clippings of images that relate to your goal.​

10. Fill a digital photo frame with images or quotes that make you think of your goal. ​​​