88: Creating Meaning and Significance - a podcast by Dave Stachowiak

Meaning and significance goes way past how much money you make and the title you hold. Most lasting happiness is tied to the larger picture. In this episode, Bonni and I look at the importance of goal-setting and life planning, in order to help you get on track to maximize your full potential.

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What does a life plan give you?Clarity around what is important
The ability to better manage priorities and balance your timeBetter sense of what to say no to…
More of a sense that you are truly living"Contrary to popular belief, great things almost never happen by accident. Great accomplishments are planned. Sadly, much of the planning we do goes into accomplishments that leave us feeling empty in the end."-Donald Miller

How to phrase a goal:SMART goals
Careful of negatively-focused goals, such as I want to lose weight...Focus on what you will gain (as in what will the benefit be…)

Increase the likelihood of following through on goalsPut them somewhere where you'll see them
Track your progress along the wayShare them with others
Create an ideal week that aligns with your life plan and your goalsSee Michael Hyatt's book on Creating Your Personal Life Plan

Other resources we mentioned:Remember the Milk
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