ATG 228: The 11-Minute Rule

In 'Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done', Jon Acuff addresses the common struggle of not completing what one starts. He identifies perfectionism as the primary barrier to achieving goals and provides counterintuitive strategies to overcome it. Acuff suggests cutting goals in half to make them more achievable, eliminating secret rules that hinder progress, and emphasizing the importance of having fun in the process, which he argues can increase success by 43%. The book offers insights and practical advice on managing perfectionist tendencies, avoiding procrastination, and maintaining a focus on completion rather than perfection.

Jon Acuff's "All It Takes Is a Goal" provides a practical and insightful approach to goal setting, emphasizing the importance of setting the right goals and developing strategies to achieve them. Acuff challenges readers to move beyond vague aspirations and create specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals. He offers a step-by-step process for defining goals, breaking them down into manageable steps, and staying motivated throughout the process. The book also addresses common obstacles to goal achievement, such as procrastination and self-doubt, providing readers with tools and techniques to overcome these challenges. It's a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their goal-setting skills and achieve their aspirations.

In 'Soundtracks,' Jon Acuff explores how overthinking hinders our potential and offers a proven plan to change overthinking from a problem into a superpower. The book introduces the concept of 'soundtracks' as the repetitive thoughts that shape our perceptions. Acuff provides practical strategies, such as creating personalized playlists of empowering soundtracks and using daily affirmations, to replace negative thoughts with positive ones. He emphasizes the importance of controlling our thoughts and gathering evidence to support positive thinking. The book is based on a study involving 10,000 participants and offers tools to help readers rewire their thought processes and achieve their goals.