This article was co-authored by Klare Heston, LCSW. Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Ohio. She received her Master of Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. This article has been viewed 196,298 times.

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To improve motivation, start by breaking down a large goal you might have, like getting a new job, into smaller, measurable goals, like developing your resume and finding likely companies. Then, create an action plan with the steps you’ll need to take to achieve your goal and make sure to track all your progress. Additionally, consider choosing a mantra to repeat throughout the day such as “I am strong, powerful, and can achieve my goals” and put the mantra where you will see it often, like on your phone’s lockscreen. Mantras will help you to keep a positive mindset and boost your confidence. For more tips from our reviewer, like how to beat procrastination, scroll down!