The Purpose of Stretch Goals

Business Coaching Success - A podcast by BJ O'Neal - Tuesdays

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In this latest episode of the 'Business Coaching Success Podcast,' I invite you on a journey into the world of goal-setting and its role in expanding and growing a business coaching practice.  From the get-go, I offer an open invitation to delve into the complexities and strategies of setting and achieving impactful goals. I discuss how goals serve as our guiding lights, warn against the snare of "the tyranny of the urgent," and stress the importance of a steadfast goal-setting routine. Throughout our conversation, I emphasize the danger of underestimating the power of ambitious goals. I introduce the thrilling concept of multiplying our goals tenfold, urging you to think bigger and bolder. Then, I lay out a clear, practical plan for syncing our daily hustle with our loftiest ambitions, underscoring the necessity of breaking those monumental, ten-year visions into bite-sized, quarterly objectives.  This episode is brimming with hands-on advice aimed at driving both up-and-coming and established business coaches toward dramatic growth.  Key Takeaways: See goals as your guiding stars, illuminating your path to success and helping you dodge distractions. Stretch goals are critical—they push us to expand our limits, encouraging us to find better resources, manage our time effectively, and build invaluable partnerships. Begin with a ten-year plan, then backtrack to five-year benchmarks, yearly goals, and finally, quarterly targets to make your everyday tasks more intentional and achievable. Safeguard your quarterly goals; don't allow distractions or enticing new ideas to knock you off track. Regular revision and adaptability are key, as goals might need tweaking due to unexpected events or fresh insights.