Vision boards are often talked about as something creative and inspirational. That can be true, but they can also be a highly practical and motivating tool.

A well-designed vision board is not just a collage of nice images. It’s a visual representation of your priorities and direction. Used well, it can help you stay focused on what matters, make better decisions, and keep moving toward the life and career you actually want.

In this article, we will walk through six steps to create a vision board that is grounded, realistic, and useful, and we will look briefly at the neuroscience that explains why this simple tool can be so effective.

Start by being specific about the purpose of your vision board. Ask yourself:

You can create one overall board or........

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