

PLAN GOAL PLAN | Goals, Transformation for Women, Mindful Time Management, Balance, Working Moms
Danielle McGeough, PhD | Burnout Recovery Strategist
** Top 1.5% Globally Ranked Podcast **
You know that feeling—when life looks full of achievement, but something inside still feels... off-script?
Welcome to the Plan Goal Plan Podcast, where we turn planning and goal setting into a ritual of self-revelation and intentional living.
I’m Danielle McGeough—professor, mom, recovering overachiever, and ritual nerd. After years of chasing big goals and crossing off endless to-do lists, I hit a milestone—and felt completely unmoored. That’s when I stopped planning to prove myself, and started planning to be myself.
Each episode offers tools, insights, and rituals to help you:
Set meaningful goals that reflect who you truly are
Create intentional routines that support joy and purpose
Turn everyday planning into a powerful personal growth practice
Feel focused and fulfilled—without the burnout
Whether you’re leading a team, managing a household, or navigating change, this podcast will help you reclaim your time, reimagine your goals, and build a life that feels lived-in—not just productive.
Let’s plan a life that feels like yours—on purpose, with heart, and one gentle step at a time.
Learn more: https://www.plangoalplan.com/
Email: support@plangoalplan.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-b673334
You know that feeling—when life looks full of achievement, but something inside still feels... off-script?
Welcome to the Plan Goal Plan Podcast, where we turn planning and goal setting into a ritual of self-revelation and intentional living.
I’m Danielle McGeough—professor, mom, recovering overachiever, and ritual nerd. After years of chasing big goals and crossing off endless to-do lists, I hit a milestone—and felt completely unmoored. That’s when I stopped planning to prove myself, and started planning to be myself.
Each episode offers tools, insights, and rituals to help you:
Set meaningful goals that reflect who you truly are
Create intentional routines that support joy and purpose
Turn everyday planning into a powerful personal growth practice
Feel focused and fulfilled—without the burnout
Whether you’re leading a team, managing a household, or navigating change, this podcast will help you reclaim your time, reimagine your goals, and build a life that feels lived-in—not just productive.
Let’s plan a life that feels like yours—on purpose, with heart, and one gentle step at a time.
Learn more: https://www.plangoalplan.com/
Email: support@plangoalplan.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-b673334
Episodes
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Jan 26, 2023 • 23min
I Was Wrong!: 5 Things I Used to Think About Goals | Ep. 5
It is not too late to set your 2023 goals! So if you’ve been thinking that maybe you should jump on the goal setting train, all aboard! If you’ve set some goals but they could use some solidifying or refining, jump on in. This two part series has you covered. In this episode, Danielle talks about 5 things that kept her from setting goals in the past. She asks questions like: Is your life just fine without goals? Are goals about giving up things you love? Do goals even work? Do they produce shame? Are goals all about big achievement? Success? If you find yourself asking similar questions, tune in. Danielle will answer these questions and help you reframe the way you think about goals. Then, Tune in next Tuesday, and she will walk you through 5 steps to setting your goals. Weeeee!
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Jan 24, 2023 • 19min
Weekly Previews and Reviews: Two Types of Planning Every Working Mom Needs | Ep. 4
Do you find yourself buying a new planner but never using it? Do you load that shiny planner up with birthdays and appointments and then promptly forget about it? If so, this episode has you covered. In this episode, Danielle talks about the two types of planning every working mom needs: weekly previews and reviews. She helps make sure those beautiful planners don’t go to waste by explaining why you need to establish a planning ritual, what weekly previews and reviews are, and offers some tips for making them work for you.
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Printable Weekly Review
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Jan 19, 2023 • 20min
Set Goals. Now What?: How Rituals Make Your Goals Go | Ep. 3
Did you set your 2023 goals and now you find yourself, well, bored. If your daily routines need a little pizzazz, a dose of magic, or some extra spunk, keep listening. In this episode, Danielle talks about the relationship between habits, routines, and rituals and then she teaches you how to transform your routines into rituals, why that matters, and how to use rituals to make your goals go.
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Jan 17, 2023 • 17min
How To Plan and Set Goals With Purpose for Working Moms | Ep. 1
Welcome to the inaugural episode of the "Plan Goal Plan Podcast," where we explore the art of playful planning and purposeful goal setting. I'm your host, Danielle McGeough—professor, mom, business owner, and your guide on this journey towards a more joyful and fulfilled life.
In today's episode, we dive deep into the heart of planning and setting goals in a way that's light, playful, and deeply meaningful. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the prospect of planning or setting goals, fearing it might just add more pressure to your already busy life, then this episode is crafted just for you.
Here's a sneak peek of what we cover:
The Basics of Planning and Goal Setting: We start with the fundamentals, breaking down what planning and goal setting really entail, and how they can be reframed to serve not just our future selves but also to enrich our present moment.
Embracing Playfulness and Lightness: Discover how to approach planning and goal setting with a spirit of playfulness. We talk about the importance of incorporating delight into your process, ensuring that planning becomes a source of joy rather than a chore.
Purposeful Goals: I share insights on how to set goals that truly resonate with your inner self and how purpose can transform the way you approach your aspirations. It's all about goals that align with who you are and who you want to be, rather than what the world expects from you.
Reflection and Capacity: Learn about the critical role of reflection in planning and goal setting. We'll explore how understanding your motivations, recognizing your capacity, and the importance of rest can influence the goals you set for yourself.
Real-Life Planning Challenges: I get personal and share a recent challenge I faced when my family and I fell ill, throwing my planning off course. It's a real-world example of how to adapt and maintain a healthy approach to planning and goal setting, even when life doesn't go as planned.
Resources to Get You Started: Don't miss the segment where I introduce some fantastic tools available on PlanGoalPlan Etsy to kickstart your planning and goal setting journey. From a comprehensive goal setting workbook to weekly previews and reviews, these resources are designed to guide you through setting achievable, capacity-matched goals.
This episode is not just a podcast; it's the beginning of a transformation in how you approach planning and goal setting. It's for the hardworking women, the high-achieving mamas, and anyone looking to bring a little more joy, clarity, and purpose into their lives.
Remember, planning and goal setting shouldn't be a burden. Together, we'll explore how to make these processes delightful, purposeful, and entirely suited to the wonderful, evolving individual you are.
Thank you for joining me on this adventure. I can't wait to share this journey with you and hear about the joyful, purposeful paths you embark on. Remember, it's all about trying easier, making memories, and doing meaningful work that brings you joy. Let's dive in and sense the possibilities together!
For more playful planning and purposeful goal setting tips, follow us on Instagram @PlanGoalPlan, and don't forget to check out our resources at PlanGoalPlan Etsy. Here's to a journey filled with joy, clarity, and purpose. Welcome to the Plan Goal Plan community!
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Jan 17, 2023 • 15min
Need Direction? How to Set and Actually Use Your Word of the Year | Ep. 2
If you need a tool to help you decide what should be high on your list of priorities, I have a fun activity for you. If you set your 2023 goals but now you could use a boost of motivation, welcome! In this bonus podcast episode, we are going to learn what a word of the year is and how it can help you all year long. Danielle walks you through a process to set your word of the year. Finally, she discusses fun, practical ways to actually use it. If you already have a word of the year, tune because there will be some tips you’ve never heard before!
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Jan 5, 2023 • 6min
The Plan Goal Plan Podcast: Trailer
If you are searching for a meaningful life but you’ve gotten swept up in the busyness of it all. Welcome. If the idea of goal-setting sounds like adding more pressure to your already pressure-filled life, then you are in the right place!
Welcome to the Plan Goal Plan Podcast! In this trailer, you will get a sneak peek into future episodes of the Plan Goal Plan Podcast. Unlike stress-filled approaches to planning and goal setting, Plan Goal Plan centers on what delights you to help you envision all the possibilities your future holds.
In this trailer, you will learn about Danielle's journey and what led her to planning and goal setting. At the intersection of research, experience and play, Danielle explores non-toxic approaches to goal setting and planning and invites you to bring your whole wild self and to learn along with her!
If this sounds like something you need or a place for you, please subscribe to Plan Goal Plan on Apple Podcasts or your favorite place to listen to podcasts.
Then, keep tuning in as Danielle McGeough, PhD guides you through practices that will help you plan for clarity, set goals for direction, and act with purpose and delight. Let’s get started!
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