20: Create a Life-Changing Vision in Just 5 Minutes

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 Content Summary:

• Essay: Creating your vision
• Quote: Begin with the end in mind
• Visual: Vision + Action = Results

Create a Life-Changing Vision in Just 5 Minutes

What if you could create clarity for the next year of your life in just five minutes?

Over the years, I’ve worked with countless leaders and professionals to help them uncover their vision for life and work. I’ve also done this deeply for myself. One of the most powerful exercises I ever experienced was during a 7 Habits of Highly Effective People workshop, where we imagined our 80th birthday party.

The idea was simple but profound: Picture the people you love most standing up to share stories about you.

What would they say about the life you’ve lived, the person you’ve been, and the impact you’ve made? That exercise was a catalyst for my own vision work and continues to shape the way I help others build their future with intention. But you don’t need a workshop or hours of planning to get started.

Here’s how to craft your vision for a 10/10 year in just five minutes:

Step 1: Look Back to Look Forward (1 Minute)

Imagine yourself a year from now. If it were the best year of your life, what would that look like? Ask yourself: What makes this a 10/10? Write down 3-5 outcomes you’re proud of—personally, professionally, and spiritually.

Step 2: Define Your Core Values (1 Minute)

Values guide your decisions. Identify your top 5 core values. Think about what you want to stand for and what’s non-negotiable in your life. Examples: Integrity, Growth, Faith, Courage, Love.

Step 3: Brainstorm Your Priorities (3 Minutes)

Take three minutes to list the key areas you want to focus on over the next year. These could be projects, personal growth goals, or habits you want to build. Don’t overthink it—just write down what feels most important.

Step 4: Reflect and Commit

Review your notes. What stands out as most important? Commit to revisiting this vision weekly to ensure your actions align with what matters most.

Five minutes is all it takes to shape a year of meaning, progress, and impact. Try it today—your future self will thank you.

What’s your vision for a 10/10 year? Hit reply—I’d love to hear about it.

With Intention,
Jon

A Visual: Vision + Action = Results 

Source: (1) Mind Money Notes (@MMNotes_28) / X

Until next week...thanks for reading!

Jon Giganti Author. Speaker. Leader.

Attention requires a focused head.
Intention requires a focused heart.

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