All It Takes Is A Goal

Jon Acuff
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Apr 1, 2024 • 14min

ATG 171: How To Fix Every Distraction with Just 12 Words

Exploring the hidden costs of social media addiction and the impact of digital distractions. Tips on reclaiming time, prioritizing meaningful activities, and overcoming comparison culture. Insights on delivering impactful talks at events and engaging with audiences and sound teams.
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Mar 25, 2024 • 15min

ATG 170: The 2-Step, Failproof Formula for a Spectacular Career

Learn how to build a successful career by finding your passion and mastering your craft in two failproof steps. Explore the importance of pursuing fulfillment over financial gain and balancing enjoyable tasks with less favorable ones. Gain insights on career development and personal anecdotes from the speaker's diverse professional journey.
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Mar 18, 2024 • 16min

ATG 169: Who’s Afraid of the C-Word? (Commitment)

What if my myriad goals signify creativity rather than chaos? In my latest podcast, I explore the common dilemma of having too many goals. I outline the four stages of goal achievement— Dream, Plan, Do, Review—underscoring how boundless imagination thrives in the Dream stage but falters with commitment. Fear of choosing the wrong goal and wasting time looms large. Drawing from personal experience, I confess my struggle with commitment, fearing the loss of subscribers and creativity. I stress the importance of small commitments to build momentum, urging you to confront your fear of commitment and unlock the rewards of focused pursuit.In This Episode:Sign up for my newsletter, Try This!Follow me on GoodReadsBook me to speak at your event or to your team!I'm also on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook.My new book All It Takes Is a Goal is available! You can grab a copy from your favorite bookstore or at atgbook.com.Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!
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Mar 11, 2024 • 17min

ATG 168: “What Do You Want?” How to Answer the Most Difficult Questions for Goals

Discover how to confront your fears and boldly declare your desires in pursuit of your goals. Uncover the impact of fear on decision-making and learn to navigate it to achieve success. The speaker shares personal insights and challenges to inspire listeners to break free from self-imposed limitations.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 17min

ATG 167: Wise People Win: Here’s How to Become One

Ever had a moment that reshaped everything? Last July, I stumbled upon two sentences about wisdom. They sparked a 670-hour journey, revealing the costs: humility, relationships, money, opportunity, and time. Tracking "wisdom hours" through reading, mentoring, and reflection reshaped my decisions, well-being, patience, and curiosity. Now, I ask you: Are you actively pursuing wisdom? You can start by dedicating just an hour to activities like walking with a wise friend or journaling. Pursuing wisdom isn't just an idea; it's a transformative path. Join me as we uncover its power together in this episode.Follow me on GoodReadsBook me to speak at your event or to your team!I'm also on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook.My new book All It Takes Is a Goal is available! You can grab a copy from your favorite bookstore or at atgbook.com.Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!
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Feb 26, 2024 • 46min

ATG 166: Texting Oprah, Navigating Goals, and Self-Worth with Jamie Kern Lima

Join the conversation with Jamie Kern Lima as she discusses her journey from childhood dreams to founding a billion-dollar company. Discover the delicate balance between self-confidence and self-worth while pursuing ambitious goals. Learn about Jamie's insights on goal pursuit and true fulfillment in her latest book, Worthy.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 1h 1min

ATG 165: How to Turn 1000 Hours Outside Into a Goal with Ginny Yurich

Join the conversation with Ginny Yurich as she shares insights on balancing screen time with outdoor adventures, promoting nature-based play, and setting goals for 1000 hours outside. Discover transformative outdoor experiences, navigating life's unpredictable journey, embracing vulnerability, and the role of books in childhood education. Explore resources for outdoor activities and plans for collaborations in this engaging episode.
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Feb 12, 2024 • 20min

ATG 164: 5 Weird Decisions That Make My Marriage Awesome

In this podcast, the speaker shares five unconventional decisions that have strengthened their marriage, including going to counseling, trusting instincts, having kids early, choosing friends wisely, and employing a "how" and "wow" approach. They also discuss the importance of effective communication, signs of a loving relationship, and recommend reading their book together as a way to connect as a couple.
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Feb 5, 2024 • 17min

ATG 163: 9 Counterintuitive Ways To Enjoy Your 2024 Goals

In this episode, the host shares unconventional strategies to help stay on track with goals in 2024, including keeping goals private until they're strong and prioritizing what you love. They also discuss finding fulfillment in goals by doing what you love, simplifying goals, and maintaining self-honesty.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 14min

ATG 162: Dear 22-Year-Old Me

Ever thought about the advice you'd give your younger self? What guidance would you offer? This week on the podcast, I'm sharing just that with a letter to my 22-year-old self. It's a conversation about reflecting on life's pivotal moments and realizing the power of setting goals for a more fulfilling journey ahead. Whether you're currently around the age of 22 or wish you could share wisdom with your younger self, this episode is for you!The Failproof Resolutions Podcast Series:Episode 1 - 3 Unexpected Questions to Multiply Your Goal Creativity!Episode 2 - 5 Types of Goals You Should Always HaveEpisode 3 - Turn Your Goals Into A Checklist (Daily and Weekly)Episode 4 - Turn Your Goals Into A Checklist (Monthly and Events) Episode 5 - Dear 22-Year-Old MeFollow me on GoodReadsBook me to speak at your event or to your team!I'm also on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook.My new book All It Takes Is a Goal is available! You can grab a copy from your favorite bookstore or at atgbook.com.Sign up for the Remarkable You Community today!

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