Luck and coincidence constitute, by no means, the way to success. Goal-setting is the way to get what you are aiming for, along with consistent and hard work. These are five basic steps you need to follow:
- Start by setting the goal you consider the most important. Concentrate at fulfilling it at all costs without getting distracted by other, minor goals.
- Set a time schedule. It is very important to keep the deadline you have set and fulfill your goal in time.
- Share your goal with your staff. The human factor is always of crucial importance, so your staff must be fully aware of the goals of your pharmacy.
- Keep track of the progress you make. It is important to know every minute where you stand. Otherwise, you risk losing the overall picture and face unpleasant surprises that cannot always be met on time.
- Assess and evaluate results. It is important to use qualitative and quantitative criteria to see whether the goal was achieved, things that went as planned and others that did not. It will help you on the long run and give you the expertise to work more efficiently in the future.