529: In the Language of Goals – Smart vs Heart - Ask Denis

What can you do when you start thinking about your goals coming forward for the new year?In this episode, Denis focuses on setting goals, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection over the traditional smart criteria. He argues that while smart goals are helpful, they should not be the sole focus, as the emotional drive is crucial for achieving goals. Denis shares insights from his experience working with leaders worldwide and illustrates his point with examples, like fitness goals affected by seasonal changes. He suggests considering goals as book titles that inspire action and emotional attachment. In this episode:Denis discusses the relevance of smart goals and suggests focusing on 'smart versus heart' in goal-settingDenis highlights the need for goals to be emotionally driven to inspire actionGoal titles should resonate emotionally and inspire actionMain takeaways:Emotional connection in goal setting: Emphasize the importance of attaching emotional significance to goalsRecognize that while smart goals are beneficial for their structure, they are not the sole factor in successful goal attainmentThere is a need for taking decisive action toward goals rather than just planning or setting themQuotes:"If you have an emotional tie with a goal, it is the thing that's going to drive you." - Denis Gianoutsos"Each goal is a book. And so, what is the title? Something that's going to hook you. Something that's going to tie at your heart emotionally." - Denis Gianoutsos"If a goal is coming from the heart, I'll guarantee you, you're going to get things done and you're going to make things happen." - Denis GianoutsosConnect with Denis: Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.comWebsite: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/