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How To Be Moderately Successful.
EP11 What are guardrails and why do they matter?
Sep 18, 2022
Explore the concept of guardrails and their importance in achieving moderate success in various areas of life. Learn about reevaluating goal-setting frameworks, the power of guardrails for personal growth, and the importance of setting goals with strong guardrails.
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- Setting goals alone is not enough; guardrails are necessary to prevent neglecting important aspects of life.
- Guardrails can be applied to business goal setting by including qualitative metrics and behaviors alongside quantitative goals to ensure a positive impact on the business.
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The Limitations of Goals in Life and Business
Setting goals is important, but they may not be sufficient for optimizing one's life. Many people claim to prioritize family, health, and other important aspects, but their behavior and calendars do not align with these claims. The speaker realizes the potential problem of achieving goals while neglecting other crucial areas of life. To address this, the speaker introduces the concept of counter KPIs or guardrails. These guardrails are specific actions and behaviors that act as checks and balances to ensure the achievement of goals does not come at the expense of relationships, health, or overall well-being. The speaker provides personal examples of guardrails in their life, such as prioritizing sleep, spending quality time with family, and maintaining physical and mental health. The main takeaway is that having strong guardrails alongside goals can lead to a more well-rounded and fulfilling life, both personally and in business.
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