Achieve your goals. You’ve probably heard this phrase countless times in motivational talks, social media, or self-improvement books. But let’s be real: setting goals isn’t always the hard part. The real challenge lies in turning them into reality.
Maybe you’ve got an exciting idea. A project that’s been sitting in your head for months. A dream to start your own business, switch careers, or improve some area of your personal life. You want to act, but something holds you back.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The truth is, most successful people don’t just set goals—they ask themselves the right questions before making a plan. These questions bring clarity, focus, and a sense of direction.
Whether you’re planning your career, studies, or personal growth, these three questions will help you build a strong foundation to achieve your goals.
1. What Resources Do I Have?
The first step isn’t about what you lack—it’s about what you already have.
Grab a notebook and start writing down your current resources. Think beyond just money. Consider your skills, knowledge, network, experiences, and even your time.
For example:
- Are you good at graphic design, writing, or coding?
- Do you have a supportive friend group or mentors?
- Do you have free time in the evenings or weekends?
It’s easy to overlook the value of what’s already within your reach. Look around. You might realize that the foundation for your dream is already present—you just need to build on it.
At Cumorah Academy, this mindset is crucial. Students come from all over the world, bringing different backgrounds, skills, and talents. Together, they leverage those resources to create projects, develop businesses, and grow as leaders.
2. What Results Do I Want to Achieve?
This question may seem obvious, but it’s often skipped. Clarity on results changes everything.
Ask yourself:
- What does success look like for me?
- Is it launching a business? Learning a new skill? Landing a remote job?
- How will achieving this goal change my life?
Visualizing the results fuels your motivation. It helps you stay focused when things get hard—because they will.
For example, if your goal is to improve your English, the real result might be unlocking job opportunities abroad, making new friends, or feeling confident in conversations. If your goal is to start a business, the deeper result could be gaining financial freedom or making a positive impact on your community.
Every goal comes with sacrifices. But knowing exactly what you’ll gain from those sacrifices makes the journey worthwhile.
3. Am I Committed to This Goal?
This is the most important question. Without commitment, no strategy, planner, or productivity hack will save you.
Ask yourself honestly:
- Am I ready to commit to this, even when it gets boring, hard, or uncomfortable?
- Will I stick to the process, not just the outcome?
This idea is backed by James Clear, author of Atomic Habits, who reminds us:
“Goals can provide direction and even push you forward in the short term, but eventually a well-designed system will always win. Committing to the process is what makes the difference.”
It’s not just about dreaming big—it’s about showing up consistently. Commitment transforms goals from wishful thinking into reality.
The Best Place to Achieve Your Goals
Now that you’ve reflected on these questions, it’s time to take action.
Imagine this: sitting at a table with a blank piece of paper, letting your imagination fly. You sketch out ideas for a business, a non-profit, a passion project, or a personal transformation.
Then imagine bringing that piece of paper—and that dream—to a campus filled with ambitious students from around the world. A place where mentors with real-life experience are ready to guide you. Where every conversation sparks new ideas. Where accountability is natural because everyone around you is also chasing something bigger.
That place is Cumorah Academy.
Here, students don’t just learn—they apply. They don’t just dream—they build. Our environment is designed to fuel your growth spiritually, professionally, and personally. Whether you want to improve your leadership skills, start a business, develop your English, or explore new career paths, Cumorah is the ultimate launchpad.
Good friends make you laugh. Great friends hold you accountable to your dreams.
At Cumorah, you’ll find both.
Are You Ready to Achieve Your Goals?
No matter where you come from, no matter your background, your potential has no limits—unless you set them.
Ask yourself those three powerful questions:
- What resources do I have?
- What results do I want?
- Am I truly committed?
If the answer leads you toward growth, change, and action—then it’s time.
Apply now for a semester at Cumorah Academy. Surround yourself with a global community that believes in purpose, leadership, faith, and creating a life of impact.
Are you ready to surprise yourself with what you can achieve in just one semester?
👉 Learn more and apply at Cumorah Academy.
If you’re curious about the impact Cumorah has had on students just like you, check out our Alumni section for inspiring stories of transformation.
Your goals are waiting. Your future is calling. Let’s make it happen—together.
Written by Fernando L. Ferreira Jr.
Supervision by Kamila Uberto Fullmer
