Behavior Gap Radio 1371 | Purpose-Based Planning
Jan 16, 2026
Explore the fascinating world of purpose-based planning, where clarity and vision align to shape our decisions. Discover how defining your purpose leads to more durable choices, simplifies trade-offs, and empowers you to say no to distractions. Learn why the right environment is crucial for identifying your true goals, allowing for deeper reflection and emotional stability. Carl contrasts traditional problem-solving with a purpose-informed approach, highlighting that true direction comes from understanding the 'why' behind our actions.
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Planning That Starts With Why
- Purpose-based planning orients decisions by answering why we do things instead of what to do.
- It creates durable constraints that simplify choices and reveal trade-offs clearly.
Use Purpose To Narrow Decisions
- Use a clear purpose to say yes to the right things and no to distractions.
- Let purpose create constraints that make decisions simpler and more consistent.
Let Why Guide Problem Choice
- Let purpose guide which problems are worth solving and how to solve them.
- Prioritize firefighting when necessary, then return to purpose-informed planning once stable.