Episode 6

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6th Jan 2025

Smart Ways to Lead in the New Year: Setting Real Goals

In this episode, we revisit six common reasons New Year resolutions fail and explore strategies to avoid these pitfalls. The episode covers the importance of realistic, incremental progress, flexibility in goal setting, building habits and systems for motivation, setting clear and achievable goals, acting beyond the '1st of January' mentality, and shifting focus from outcomes to consistent behaviours. Key actionable items discussed include setting smaller goals leading to big ones, creating accountability systems, conducting year-end reviews, and embracing continuous improvement.

00:00 Introduction: Why New Year Resolutions Fail

00:17 Avoiding the All or Nothing Trap

01:09 Embracing Flexibility in Resolutions

02:00 Building Systems for Motivation

02:46 Setting Realistic Expectations

03:22 Moving Beyond the January Mentality

04:10 Focusing on Consistent Behaviors

04:55 Actionable Tips for Sustainable Growth

07:54 Final Thoughts and Continuous Improvement

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Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level
Taking Leaders Beyond Limits, One Step at a Time
In Scaling New Heights: Leadership at the Next Level, we guide business leaders and entrepreneurs from overwhelm and “stuck” to new heights of success and achievement. Through insightful interviews, expert advice, and actionable strategies, this podcast is your go-to resource for breaking out of chaos and elevating your leadership. Whether you’re navigating tough decisions, managing fast growth, or striving for work-life balance, we help you unlock your potential and develop the mindset needed to excel. Join us as we share stories and insights from executive and business coaching, and learn how you can take your leadership to the next level.

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Nick Sellers

Even leaders need a helping hand to achieve their potential. I bring decades of corporate experience and a keen interest in people to my coaching and mentoring activities. And I really like to help those who want to grow and develop.
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