February 08, 2024

E29 | Small Wins, Big Impact: Crushing Goals with Baby Steps

34 minutes

E29 | Small Wins, Big Impact: Crushing Goals with Baby Steps

Setting and achieving goals can feel daunting or even pointless, especially if you've let yourself down before. But when you learn to approach the process with grace and self-awareness, you find that taking small, measurable steps toward your big dreams, celebrating your progress, and staying open to alternate paths gets you there eventually - and right on time.

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Learn more about Raymond Aaron's three-part Minimal, Target, and Outrageous goal-setting strategy in his book Double Your Income Doing What You Love: Raymond Aaron's Guide to Power Mentoring.

Questions for Discussion

How can setting "minimum," "target," and "outrageous" goals positively influence our approach to personal achievement and prevent feelings of guilt or failure?

How does reevaluating and breaking down goals make them more manageable, and can you provide examples from your own life where this approach has been beneficial?

Can you discuss a time when the pursuit of perfection or an all-or-nothing mindset has hindered your progress, and what lessons were learned from that experience?

How does measuring progress and reevaluating goals help avoid the discouragement that might come from not meeting hard target goals?

What are some strategies for individuals to identify their passions and skills in order to find fulfillment in their work, as Ron suggested from Raymond Aaron's book?

Janelle mentioned the importance of reassessing goals—how often should we do this, and what should be the key considerations during this process?

As Janelle shared her experience with the gym and adjusting her approach, can you talk about a time when you had to pivot your strategy for achieving a personal goal?

How do you strike a balance between setting realistic goals that challenge you but also ensure a transitional and gradual approach?

Is it possible to both "do" and "be" at the same time, and if so, what does that look like?

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By Ron Thiessen & Janelle Thiessen