Summary
In this episode of the Everyday Leader podcast, hosts Matt, Drew, and Tate explore a fresh approach to goal setting and New Year's resolutions. They discuss the importance of setting goals from a place of personal desire rather than shame or comparison, emphasizing the significance of identity in achieving goals. Drew shares his personal journey of weight loss and transformation, highlighting the power of incremental changes and accountability. The conversation also touches on practical tips for effective goal setting, the role of leaders in supporting others' goals, and the importance of embracing the process of growth rather than fixating on outcomes.
Takeaways - Leadership is a choice that involves guiding others.
- Traditional goal setting often leads to disappointment.
- Setting goals from shame or comparison is unproductive.
- Focus on who you want to become, not just what you want to achieve.
- Incremental changes can lead to significant transformations.
- Identity plays a crucial role in achieving goals.
- It's important to detach from the outcome of goals.
- Support others in their goals to foster a positive environment.
- Creating a vision board can help clarify your objectives.
- Fall in love with the process of growth and self-improvement.
Sound Bites
- "Leadership is a choice."
- "Who are you becoming?"
- "I want to be a healthy person."
Chapters
00:00 Rethinking New Year's Resolutions
03:36 The Power of Identity in Goal Setting
06:23 Drew's Transformation Journey
10:45 The Importance of Mindset and Flexibility
14:36 Balancing Goals and Personal Growth
18:41 Leadership and Vision Setting
22:39 Practical Tips for Goal Setting
26:40 Encouraging Others in Their Goals
30:34 Creating a Vision Board
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