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Chicago Booth Review Podcast

What do you want to achieve in 2025?

Dec 25, 2024
Ayelet Fishbach, a motivation expert and author, teams up with Katy Milkman, a behavioral change authority from Wharton, to dive into achieving goals for 2025. They unpack practical strategies for staying motivated and overcoming obstacles, discussing a four-step framework for managing overwhelming goals. The duo also navigates the balance between personal ambitions and parenting duties, tackling 'mommy guilt.' With insights on social norms and self-reflection, they offer a roadmap for transforming aspirations into reality.
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Quick takeaways

  • Clearly defining goals and employing a structured four-step framework fosters motivation and progress toward achievement.
  • Utilizing fresh starts and accountability mechanisms can effectively combat procrastination and enhance commitment to personal goals.

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Framework for Achieving Goals

To effectively pursue goals, it is crucial to start by clearly defining what one wants to achieve. A framework consisting of four steps is recommended: first, identify the goal; second, create a plan to reach it while monitoring progress; third, consider other concurrent goals and how they interact with the primary goal; and fourth, leverage social support from people who can aid in the journey. Writing down goals plays a significant role in providing clarity and focus, enabling individuals to recognize their priorities. This structured approach can help reduce feelings of overwhelm by breaking down larger ambitions into manageable tasks.

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