Financial goals set at the start of the year have already fallen by the wayside – as motivation to see it through wanes.<br /><br />A poll, of 2,000 adults, found of the 56 per cent who set themselves money-related goals for the year, 67 per cent have given up after four months. <br /><br />But 21 per cent were determined to get their money in a better shape at the start of the year – alongside becoming fitter, spending more time with family and friends, and travelling more.<br /><br />However, 43 per cent expect their resolutions not to go to plan this year – with 16 per cent putting it down to setting unrealistic goals, and 10 per cent blaming laziness. <br /><br />Lack of motivation, and too many distractions, are other reasons for the failure of meeting self-imposed targets.<br /><br />The research was commissioned by NatWest, which has teamed up with athletes including Sir Chris Hoy, Max Whitlock and Beth Shriever to record a motivational ‘team talk for the nation’ [https://www.natwest.com/teamgb.html].<br /><br />Sir Chris Hoy said: “As a professional athlete, I know first-hand the significant role motivation plays in achieving your goals. <br /><br />"During training for each of my Olympic Games, my coach's words of encouragement and the unwavering support of the entire nation were a huge part of my motivation. <br /><br />"Whatever your goals are, we wanted to be part of the Team Talk to inspire you to get there – just like the way our coaches inspired us. <br /><br />"That's why I've teamed up with Team GB partner NatWest and a whole load of other incredible athletes – so whatever your goals are, you have the motivation to strive for the finish line.” <br /><br />The research also found 56 per cent of those polled said improving their financial situation is what motivates them most in life. <br /><br />A spokesperson from NatWest, Team GB's banking partner, added: “We’re hoping to inspire people across the nation to both come together to support the team as well as get going to reach their own goals. <br /><br />“Our Team GB athletes are hugely inspiring, so we hope their words and experiences can help motivate the nation. Whatever your goals – let’s get going.” <br /><br />BRITS' TOP 10 GOALS: <br /><br />1. Getting fitter (35 per cent)<br />2. Becoming healthier (30 per cent)<br />3. Spending more time with family and friends (23 per cent)<br />4. Travelling (23 per cent)<br />5. Financial goals (21 per cent)<br />6. Reducing debt (16 per cent)<br />7. Becoming more organised (14 per cent)<br />8. Work/life balance (14 per cent)<br />9. Spend time on mental wellbeing (14 per cent)<br />10. Having more flexible income to spend on treats (12 per cent)
