Productivity like a Pro! Why Yearly Goals Don't Work (And What We Do Instead)
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Jan 7, 2026 Quarterly reviews are highlighted as a game changer, keeping teams focused and eliminating year-end chaos. Shifting to strategic modes allows for meaningful direction and perspective. Short and focused strategy sessions help prioritize without getting bogged down in execution. Converting quarterly goals into actionable weekly tasks promotes tangible progress. The conversation also tackles how to curb perfectionism and embrace 'good enough', while emphasizing the importance of clear execution and linking tools for seamless learning.
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Break Yearly Goals Into 90-Day Targets
- Break yearly goals into quarterly goals and focus intensely for 90 days.
- Decide which quarter to achieve each goal and do as much as possible in that period.
Quarterly Reviews Shift Perspective
- Quarterly reviews shift teams from execution to strategic mode and reveal what truly matters.
- Pausing for strategy gives perspective and sustains momentum and meaning.
Convert Goals Into Weekly Tasks
- Translate quarterly goals into projects and weekly tasks to maintain focus and progress.
- Use a "this week / next week" approach to prioritize and limit work to available capacity.