This proverb succinctly sums up power of intention. Nothing happens, nothing changes without intended action.

An intention can best be described as an aim guiding an action. What you intend, what you truly focus your energy on, will in some form be realized. The thought alone will not make intention come true--rather, outcome will be influenced by your desire combined with action steps, small or large. Clear, achievable intentions lead to transformation.

When you are clear on your intentions, your expectations become realistic and achievable. That leads to less disappointment and more happiness. How many times have you found yourself wishing you'd done things differently? That party you planned just didn't come off exactly as you'd hoped. Your presentation did not have desired effect. Your holiday was fun but it was not all you had hoped it would be.

If you want things to turn out in your favor start becoming more intentional. Here are three ways to support you to take intended action.

1. Know What You Want

While I might concede that spoils of life don't always go to most deserving. I hold true to belief that without a doubt "spoils" are always more enjoyed when one has lived a life with integrity and not sold out on things they value most.

I have known men and women who have gone from top, to bottom, and back to top again, and a common thread among most all of them is that they always held tight to their integrity.