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WAYS TO ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILD TO SUCCEED

Raising children to live happy, fulfilled and productive lives is one of the main goals for most parents.

The truth is though, with normal daily life being so busy it can be difficult to stay solid and consistent when it comes to the rules and guidance our children need.

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7 WAYS TO ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILD TO SUCCEED

Some children are more self-motivated than others. That is just a fact.

There are children out there that require a little push and motivation here and there.

There are several ways to encourage your child to succeed, you just must remain dedicated to the task.

SET GOALS

Setting goals with your children is a fantastic way to encourage them to succeed.

Sit down together and make a list with both long-term and short-term goals on it.

Just remember, when setting goals with your children you must make sure they are attainable and realistic.

Check out these Goal Planning Printables!

HAVE A GAME PLAN

When it comes to reaching goals, there needs to be a plan in place.

Discuss the steps your kids will have to take in order to reach their goals.

This will help them create a roadmap to success and teach them the steps necessary to get there.

PROVIDE POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT

When your children reach their goals, it is important to let them know you are proud of them.

Take the time to provide them with plenty of positive reinforcements.

A sense of accomplishment is the best kind of reward and will help them to become more self-motivated.

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BE ENCOURAGING

When your children are trying to reach a goal, it is important to remember to encourage them.

Tell them they are doing a great job and help them get rid of fears or self-doubt they may have.

SHOW INTEREST

Take interest in the things your children are into.

Really listen when they speak about a topic or goal they are passionate about.

Showing your children that you are interested in them, will help to encourage them to succeed.

TEACH THEM ABOUT MONEY

Understanding the basics of money and a budget is one of the very best gifts you can give your child to help them succeed.

We have a method that we have been using for years and it works great.  You can read more about it HERE.

GET THEM EXCITED

Getting your little ones excited about their ambitions and goals will help to motivate them to reach and achieve them.

The adrenaline and positive energy help to encourage them to continue with their hard work, motivating them and in turn making them proud of their efforts.

It is important that we as parents, take the time to encourage our children to succeed.

Remember to set goals, have a game plan, provide positive reinforcement, encourage, show interest and get them excited.

In no time, they will have developed the skills they need to be self-motivated people.

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Catherine Almond

Saturday 12th of January 2019

I love to watch children succeed.

Tara Gauthier

Friday 11th of January 2019

Teaching kids about a budget and money is such important thing. We are focusing on this lots right now with our kids. Our son has been earning money shoveling so guiding him in making sure save some money. Encouraging the same premise with our daughter with her allowance.