Mission 501: The Podcast

Episode 6: How Goals Work: Unlocking Motivation with Goal Setting Theory


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In this episode, Ryan dives into Locke and Latham's Goal Setting Theoryโ€”what makes goals work, and why "just do it" just doesn't cut it. Whether you're managing teams or setting personal benchmarks, this theory has something to teach about motivation, clarity, and commitment. Listen in for goal-setting insights you can use in any mission-driven setting.

๐ŸŽฏ Goal Setting Theory

Developed by Edwin Locke & Gary Latham ๐Ÿ“– Learn more:

APA Article (1990): "Work Motivation and Satisfaction: Light at the End of the Tunnel"

๐Ÿ‘‰ https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-9280.1990.tb00207.x

APA Article (2002): "Building a Practically Useful Theory of Goal Setting and Task Motivation"

๐Ÿ‘‰ https://doi.apa.org/doi/10.1037/0003-066X.57.9.705

Leadership IQ summary and insights:

๐Ÿ‘‰ https://www.leadershipiq.com/blogs/leadershipiq/goal-setting-theory-locke-latham

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Mission 501: The PodcastBy Ryan Aldrich