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The Formula for Achievement and 7 Practical Strategies to Reach Your Goals Without Struggle

Feb 10, 2025
4 min read

Updated: Sep 25, 2025

Alexis Zen is a USA TODAY bestselling author, Mindset, Performance and Holistic Life coach, Entrepreneur and teacher of Meditation, Qigong, Yoga, Kundalini and Personal Trainer helping you transform your life and make the impossible thing possible.

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Have you ever set a goal and felt excited at first, but then lost motivation, became overwhelmed, or struggled to stay on track? You are not alone. Many people who aim to achieve success in business, health, or personal growth often feel stuck, frustrated, or unsure of the right path forward. The good news? There is a way to achieve your goals without unnecessary struggle.


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In this article, you will discover seven practical strategies for building a strong foundation, staying motivated, and achieving sustainable success. The Formula for Achievement is a proven, step-by-step method based on 25 years of experience in transformation, productivity, and mindset coaching. Whether you are launching a business, improving your health, or striving for personal growth, these seven pillars will help you create lasting success.


What is the formula for achievement?


The Formula for Achievement is a structured method designed to help you:


  • Set and accomplish meaningful goals faster.

  • Stay motivated and push through challenges.

  • Achieve success without sacrificing your well-being.


Instead of relying on motivation alone, this method provides a clear, repeatable framework to reach success in any area of life. The seven strategies are:


  1. Build a Strong Foundation

  2. Condition Your Mind for Success

  3. Generate Energy to Take Action

  4. Maintain Momentum When Motivation Fades

  5. Achieve Without Sacrificing Your Well-Being

  6. Find the Right Path for You

  7. Follow Your Path the Right Way


7 practical strategies to achieve anything you want


1. Build a strong foundation


Every successful journey starts with a solid foundation. Before you take action, make sure you have these five essential elements in place:


  1. A clear goal: Define exactly what you want. The more specific, the better.

  2. A strong purpose: Understand why you want it, your "why" fuels motivation.

  3. A daily ritual: Take small, consistent steps toward your goal.

  4. The right actions (1+1=2): Focus on high-impact tasks that truly move you forward.

  5. A feedback loop: Regularly evaluate progress and make adjustments.


Practical tip: Write down your goal, why it matters, and three small daily actions you can take to move toward it.



2. Condition your mind for success


Your mindset determines your results. Here's how to strengthen it:


  • Believe in your goal: If you don't believe it's possible, you won't take action.

  • Master your inner voice: Replace self-doubt with empowering thoughts.

  • Develop persistence: Push through challenges instead of giving up.

  • Cultivate awareness: Stay present and focused to make smarter decisions.


Practical tip: Start each morning with a confidence-boosting affirmation like, "I am capable of achieving my goals."



3. Generate energy to take action


Without energy, progress stops. Here's how to stay energized and engaged:


  • Move your body: Exercise, stretch, or practice Qigong to boost energy.

  • Tap into emotions: Use excitement and passion as fuel.

  • Surround yourself with inspiration: Read, listen to, or watch content that uplifts you.

  • Share your vision: Tell someone about your goal for accountability.


Practical tip: Before tackling a big task, do a short workout or listen to energizing music to get into the right state of mind.



4. Maintain momentum when motivation fades


Starting strong is easy, staying consistent is the challenge. Here's how to keep going:


  • Act without overthinking: Perfectionism kills progress. Take the next step, even if it's small.

  • Track your progress: Seeing results keeps you motivated.

  • Remember your why: Reconnect with your purpose when motivation dips.

  • Find support: Talk to someone who believes in you.


Practical tip: Create a simple habit tracker and mark off each day you take action. Small wins lead to big results.



5. Achieve without sacrificing your well-being


You don't have to burn out to succeed. Smart achievers maximize their resources:


  • Shift your perspective: View challenges as learning opportunities.

  • Plan efficiently: Work smarter, not harder.

  • Create time: Eliminate distractions and focus on what matters.

  • Use your superpowers: Leverage strengths like intuition and strategic thinking.


Practical tip: Identify one thing you can stop doing today to free up more time for your priorities.



6. Find the right path for you


There are many ways to succeed, choose the one that fits your values and lifestyle.


  • Logic vs. intuition: Some decisions require analysis, while others rely on gut instinct. Learn when to use each.

  • Reflect on past choices: What has worked before? What hasn’t? Adjust accordingly.

  • Link success to happiness: Achievements mean nothing if they don’t bring joy.


Practical tip: Write down what success feels like to you, not just what it looks like on paper.



7. Follow your path the right way


How you achieve your goals matters. Success should align with integrity and well-being.


  • Pursue your own goals: Not society’s expectations.

  • Maintain balance: Avoid burnout by prioritizing self-care.

  • Lead with integrity: Stay true to your values and treat others with respect.

  • Practice philotimo: A Greek concept of honour, kindness, and doing what’s right.


Practical tip: Ask yourself, "Am I achieving my goals in a way that makes me proud?" If not, adjust.



Start applying the formula today


Success isn't about luck; it's about using the right approach consistently. The Formula for Achievement gives you a structured, proven way to reach your goals without stress or burnout.


Now, it's your turn. Which step will you implement today?


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Alexis Zen, Mindset, Performance and Holistic Life Coach

Helping people and businesses transform, with a mission to impact 1 billion lives by 30 November 2030.


A USA TODAY Bestselling author, Fortune 500 Consultant, TEDx speaker, holistic transformation coach, and entrepreneur, Alexis Zen has spent over 25 years helping people and organizations transform so they can reach their highest potential, faster. His unique approach blends mindset, performance, and executive strategy with ancient wisdom to create powerful shifts in performance and presence. Featured in Brainz Magazine.

This article is published in collaboration with Brainz Magazine’s network of global experts, carefully selected to share real, valuable insights.

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