This episode explores the concept of goal setting with some helpful tips on how to set achievable goals for yourself (both in work and in your personal life)

The theory of goal setting from an HR and work lens is explored (e.g. linked to performance management), alongside the importance of goal setting

goals:    

Have few and simple goals so that you can easily achieve them which you can update each quarter

SMART goals – a great framework to set clear goals both at work and for your own personal goals

Being purposeful of the goal being set; reflecting and challenging yourself on why you are choosing that goal can help set the right goal and go after the right things

Having a coach or someone to speak to or even self reflection time can help with setting the right goals

The best way to commit to your goals is by writing things down

Manifesting your goals and continue to affirm your commitment

Be aware of self talk; it is a very powerful tool – used positively it can get you where you want to go, or you self pity or think negatively it could shake your confidence, bring you down and not let you achieve your goal

“It all starts from being able to visualise and think where you want to go and then knowing the steps it takes to get there, without goal setting this can get really overwhelming”

“We sometimes struggle with understanding our goals in a way that we can then either write them down or visualise them in a clear way”

“Understand the journey to get there (to achieving your goal) and all the variables and moving parts to get you there”

“Writing things down helps you achieve things”

“If you bring something to your awareness you will see it everywhere”

“Everything you say to yourself is a direct order”

“You want the voice in your head to be your cheerleader… not the other way around… it’s too easy to give in to the negative voice"