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Mentioned in 26 episodes
The 12-week year
Book • 2013
The 12 Week Year challenges the traditional annual goal-setting approach, which is often ineffective for many individuals and organizations.
The book introduces a 12-week execution cycle that captures the energy and urgency of year-end goals, avoiding the pitfalls of low productivity associated with annualized thinking.
It provides a step-by-step system to improve execution effectiveness, creating focus, clarity, and a sense of urgency to achieve more in a shorter period.
The book introduces a 12-week execution cycle that captures the energy and urgency of year-end goals, avoiding the pitfalls of low productivity associated with annualized thinking.
It provides a step-by-step system to improve execution effectiveness, creating focus, clarity, and a sense of urgency to achieve more in a shorter period.
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Mentioned in 26 episodes
Mentioned by 
Mike Schmitz in relation to goal-setting and the varying opinions surrounding the book.
Mike Schmitz in relation to goal-setting and the varying opinions surrounding the book.
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David Sparks as the inspiration for the quarterly review system in his productivity field guide.
David Sparks as the inspiration for the quarterly review system in his productivity field guide.
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727: The Productivity Field Guide
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Mentioned by Mike Schmitz in the context of goal setting and the importance of not being defined by accomplishments.
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Mentioned by Mike Schmitz as a source of inspiration for his personal retreat process, focusing on shorter timeframes for achieving goals.
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Mentioned as the basis for a 12-month affiliate marketing plan.
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