Episode 9

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Published on:

7th Jan 2024

009 - Cracking the Code: Why Goal Setting Fails and How to Make it Work

This is for you if you're driven and committed and think you know everything about goal setting yet need more time to focus or are curious to improve your goal setting, career, and life.

And it doesn't matter if you listen to it in January or any other time. What matters is that you're open and curious.

This conversation explores the importance of goal setting and the challenges that arise when life priorities are ignored.

We'll uncover what works based on the latest research in change management, neuroscience and psychology.

You'll hear what you need first to hit your significant goals and about the impact of the people you surround yourself with.

Takeaways

  • Setting goals is crucial for personal and professional development.
  • Ignoring life priorities can lead to neglecting significant goals.
  • Setting intentions and long-term goals provides a clear direction.
  • The people we surround ourselves with greatly influence our success and growth.
  • Committing to personal growth requires mindset shifts and flexibility.

Chapters

0:00 The Importance of Setting Goals

01:19 The Pitfalls of Ignoring Life Priorities

03:41 Setting Intent and Long-Term Goals

07:05 The Impact of Surrounding People

09:58. Committing to Personal Growth

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Laurence Methot

Hi! I'm Laurence.
You know when people get stuck in their careers (and lives) and don't have anyone to turn to? What I do is guide leaders from being stuck to stepping into their next stage in an effective and thoughtful way. Together, we rediscover your strengths so that you can show up with confidence and attract opportunities that align with your values.