Leadership in a Nutshell

120. How Much Planning Is Too Much Planning?


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In this episode of the Leadership In A Nutshell Podcast, we do plans and we target that on daily basis,

But how much planning? Is too much? This is not an episode of not planning but this an episode on how you decide for yourself when is too much planning is enough. Join us and let’s crack the code of our driven mind.

Highlights:

[00:06 - 06:42] How Much Planning is Too Much Planning? 

  • The key to successful planning is accepting that there will always be unknown variables that can disrupt plans.
  • Last week we talked about uncertainty and planning is a way we normally do to stay away from unwanted circumstances 
  • We are barraged nonstop with information, and we don’t have control over it
  • Leaders should be aware of their level of planning and be able to adjust it as necessary.
  • Planning can be frustrating for visionary leaders when they want to move forward with their vision. However, having a supportive executive leadership team helps to smooth out these bumps in the road.
  • Your partners may have different plans and given that every person has a different level of planning.

[06:42 - 12:22] 4 Things to Think About When Over Planning

  • Over planning can be in different forms
  • It can be a form of productivity killer, 
  • procrastination.
  • or low self-esteem.
  • Perfectionism, 
  • Tips to avoid overplanning, 
  • Be clear and focus on your desired intention 
  • Decide What you really want from your plan.
  • and how you want to feel.  
  • We always get lost with “What does success look like?”
  • Success is not about achieving a specific goal, but feeling better in the process.

[15:32 - 16:41] Closing Segment

  • Final Notes

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The plan is going to change. And you planners on the line that wrecks you. That's why you get it close. You get it. Good enough. And then you get going and then you alter the plan as you go.

 - Kenny Chapman

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