As Les Brown once said, "You don't have to be great to get started, but you have to get started to be great."

Over the years I have learned that action fuels change. It only takes one moment, one commitment, one decision to transform your life into something incredible. From achieving your personal fitness goals to securing your dream internship, taking that first step outside your comfort zone to make your dreams happen is the key to turning your vision into your reality.

What are some strategies to implementing change you may ask? Setting short-term and long-term goals where you can visually track your progress over time. Not only will this allow you to hold yourself accountable, but it also encourages you to pursue new growth opportunities. In addition to accountability and goal-setting, the keys to success as one seeks to implement change lie in patience, persistence, and positivity.

1. Patience — It is important to understand and acknowledge that everything you are experiencing at the moment is preparing you for the greatness that's awaiting you.

2. Persistence — Maintaining your focus on your ultimate goals and aspirations despite your present circumstances is extremely important. It is crucial to continue working towards your ultimate goals despite the challenges encountered along the way.

3. Positivity —There might be some days where you'll have to look a little harder for those rays of sunshine, yet it is crucial for you to identify the small triumphs that are gained each and every day which are propelling you for your bigger victory.

And remember…It's a marathon, not a sprint. You will get to your desired goal in due time. The key is to take steps that will inch you closer to your goal and will help you recognize the powerful value that exists in the journey towards your desired destination.