William Fitzpatrick - violin expert

Violin Basics: So do you know how to make a goal?

Tips for reaching your violin goals

In this new video of his Violin Basics series, Prof. Fitzpatrick explains how to reach your violin goals in the most effective way.

Released on January 31, 2024

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Video Transcription

So, do you have a good definition of what a goal is? Well, to me, I would say that a goal is something we aim to accomplish within a predetermined time frame.

So, goals can be short -term or long -term.

Short -term goals are intended to be achieved in the near future, say within a few days or weeks.

Short-term goals, though, are intended to be achieved over a longer period of time. Could be months.

Could be years.

That said, both types of goals are essential, with short -term goals often becoming the stepping stones towards realizing long -term aspirations.

So, to help better understand how to create a goal, consider these smart tips.

Be specific about what you want to achieve.

You see, setting specific goals helps to clarify exactly what needs to be achieved.

This provides a clearer direction and leaves less room for ambiguity.

Determine how you will evaluate whether your goal has been met.

Creating this kind of measurement provides a sense of accomplishment and helps to identify areas that may need to be adjusted.

Setting achievable goals helps to maintain your motivation and confidence, but setting overly ambitious goals can lead to a lot of frustration.

Goals should be realistic, and because of this, they should mirror your overall vision or purpose.

Finally, setting a time frame for achieving a goal creates a sense of urgency that helps to prevent procrastination and enables better time management.

So, using the smart approach is very powerful, and when coupled with a positive attitude, this way of thinking can catapult you towards achieving your performance goals.
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