Good reads: Goal setting, and growth

1. The Goal Setting Conundrum by Nadyne Richmond

   Nadyne explores the very real challenges in setting career goals. The post calls out various obstacles such as analysis paralysis, uncertainty about the future, impostor syndrome, and skepticism about the goal-setting process. And offers potential ways out.

   Key Takeaways:

   1. Strategies are provided to tackle each obstacle, emphasizing the creation of SMART goals.

   2. Importance of establishing an accountability structure to track progress.

2. How Tracking and Streaks Help You Establish Habits and Reach Your Goals by Ashley Janssen

   Janssen explains the effectiveness of daily tracking and maintaining streaks in building habits and achieving goals. She highlights the psychological benefits of marking tasks as complete and the importance of self-reflection in tracking.

   Key Takeaways:

   1. Daily tracking supports consistent practice and habit formation.

   2. Tracking aids in prioritizing and making informed decisions, and involves identifying what's important to the individual.

3. Personal Growth Targets for Senior Leaders by Aviv Ben-Yosef

   Ben-Yosef emphasizes the necessity of personal growth for senior leaders, suggesting setting new targets every 2-3 months. The article covers areas like communication, self-productivity, leadership skills, and team shaping.

   Key Takeaways:

   1. Leaders need to focus on communication skills, effective decision-making, and strategy development.

   2. Team shaping involves providing autonomy, coaching managers, and setting a positive culture.

4. Aligning Dreams And Goals by Tom Sommer
   Tom has created a simple guide for managers on goal setting, considering individual career stages and ambitions. It categorizes goals into three types: The Aligned Goal, The Career Move, and The Dream, each requiring a different approach.

   
   Key Takeaways:

   1. The importance of individualized goal setting in management.

   2. Balancing an employee's career aspirations with team success and finding common skills between their current role and future aspirations.

Tools:

• YearCompass: The Booklet That Helps Close Your Year and Plan the Next One

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