10 steps to create a happier and more fulfilling life

Many people feel unhappy at work or dissatisfied with aspects of their lifestyle. The good news is that positive change is possible. You can't wait for happiness – you have to create it. Coaching can help you make positive changes that work for you.

So how do you change the life you live into the life you love?

1. Identify what needs to change

Identify what needs to change so you can be happier, healthier and more effective and influential in your life.

2. Build the resources you need

What new resources might you need to make those changes? Skills, experience, research, new ideas or exploring different options?

3. Envision your future

Envision what you want your life to be like.

4. Start taking action

Take the steps, now that you have the end in mind, to get you where you want to be.

5. Find your motivation

Find what drives and motivates you. Find people who inspire you and model your attitude and behaviour on them.

6. Build a support network

Develop a useful, challenging support network of mentors, advisers and people who can help or have skills you don't. Learn to ask for help, not because you are helpless, but because everyone can offer you something more than you have yourself right now.

7. Never stop learning

Keep learning. Make mistakes and learn from them. Find new information and discover how you can use it. Read, chat and explore with others to build new opportunities for yourself.

8. Monitor your progress

Monitor your progress – you will be surprised how far you have come once you start moving towards your dreams.

Celebrate your successes and be accountable to others for your actions by asking for their support and encouragement.

9. Create an action plan

Create a manageable, realistic action plan with small steps you can take each day that build towards your path to happiness.

Start today, after reading this.

Write it down and take action now.

10. Enjoy the journey

Don't forget to enjoy the journey!