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What are the most common mistakes when setting goals?

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Goal setting is a crucial skill for any leader who wants to achieve their vision, motivate their team, and measure their progress. However, many leaders fall into some common traps when setting goals, which can undermine their effectiveness and results. In this article, we will explore some of the most common mistakes when setting goals and how to avoid them.

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Define your thresholds:

Think of goals as thresholds to cross and understand why you want to cross them. This approach helps clarify your motivations and align your efforts with deeper, purposeful transformations.### *Involve your team:Communicate goals clearly and seek input from your team to ensure alignment and buy-in. This fosters a collaborative environment, making it easier to achieve shared objectives effectively.

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1 Unrealistic or vague goals

One of the most common mistakes when setting goals is to set goals that are either too ambitious or too vague. Unrealistic goals can lead to frustration, burnout, and loss of confidence, while vague goals can create confusion, ambiguity, and lack of direction. To avoid this mistake, use the SMART criteria to set goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. This will help you to clarify your expectations, track your progress, and adjust your actions as needed.

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? Lorenzo Flores

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I've noticed that leaders tend to write goals that may be unachievable and assume that is what is expected. Having realistic goals and knowing that progress may be slow initially is important and makes meeting goals more likely.

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Mike Chanat, MS, NRP

Shaping EMS Leaders through Dynamic Keynote Speaking and Personalized Leadership Mentorship.
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When setting goals, having a mentor help you craft them (and stay rooted in reality) and then keep you accountable while you execute them increases the likelihood of achieving them.

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Pete Lowe

? Ex-Man City Coach ? Inspiring Success in Teams & Organisations ? Author of 'The Language of Winning'
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It’s always been a simple thought process for me, targets/goals that are truly relevant and necessary to go after and achieve. That way my mindset can be attuned to achievement. Now a roadmap or strategy can be be planned to achieve. I’m not one for buzz words and the likes and l like to keep things as simple as possible

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Xiao Saunders

From China as a Scholar at age of 17, being in SG for 23 yrs/ With 100 Real Recommendations on Linkedin/??Bilingual Fitness Franchise & Licensing Consultant/??WeChat,Tiktok Marketing Expert/?? Keynote Speaker ???
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Since I am in sales, high ticket sales for a franchise its half a mil at least and above for per unit sales. Often I was asked by the franchisor HQ company that please tell us about your 3-5-10 years goal with a report. And I asked them What is your budget for marketing, When you wish to catch a butterfly you do not go run after it, but you plant beautiful flowers and attract them to come over. Same logic. Last time for Singapore market I am sure you guys have done the most top noche forecast report PPT can be, did it end up with bankruptcy and left bitter taste in everybody's mouth of the brand? Let's save the time of those forecast to PLEASE HQ/You, but spend the time speaking with franchisees and local people to do some sales?

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2 Too many or too few goals

Another common mistake when setting goals is to set either too many or too few goals. Too many goals can overwhelm you and your team, dilute your focus, and create conflicting priorities. Too few goals can limit your potential, reduce your motivation, and miss opportunities for improvement. To avoid this mistake, prioritize your goals based on their importance, urgency, and impact. Focus on the most critical and strategic goals that align with your vision and values, and delegate or eliminate the less important or urgent ones.

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Courtney Addy

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“If you have more than three priorities, you don't have any.” — Jim Collins, Good to Great I like thinking of goals more a Thresholds. We are essentially all on a hero's journey. Knowing what threshold you want to cross and why is a fresh take on embodied goal setting. Give it a try: Me: What threshold do you want to cross? You: Answer ________ Me: Why? You: Because ________ In all the work I have done on purpose, truly finding your "Why" can be a stone cold challenge. I prefer to ask clients to write a "Because Manifesto" at least 50. Because, Because, Because, Because, Because. As the patterns emerge, so does your Why. Your Purpose. Your Motivating Transformational Force. And Knowing what will change in and around you as a result.

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3 No action plan or feedback

A third common mistake when setting goals is to neglect the action plan or the feedback process. A goal without an action plan is just a wish, and a goal without feedback is just a guess. To avoid this mistake, break down your goals into manageable and measurable steps, assign responsibilities and resources, and set deadlines and milestones. Also, establish a regular and consistent feedback system to monitor your performance, celebrate your achievements, and identify your challenges and gaps.

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Mike Chanat, MS, NRP

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Having a mentor, coach, or trusted friend that is aware of your goals, to hold you accountable by checking in periodically (reasonably based on the length of time needed to accomplish the goal) is a means to achieve your end. Plan on someone to keep you on track when (and you will) wander off. Even the most lofty of goals can be achieved when broken down and properly planned.

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Trevor M.

????| Leadership Coach to those NEVER satisfied with the "Status Quo" | Host of Way of the Warrior | Giant Slayer | Bully Crusher | Another Warrior in the Arena | Graphic Artist | Published Author |
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You must have a “battle plan” or there is no clear path towards achievement. Creating this plan with “steps” that need to be taken can make the goals seem more realistic and achievable. Monitoring performance also is key, and will give you an idea on how well the team is working together, and if there are any performance issues that need to be addressed.

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4 No alignment or buy-in

A fourth common mistake when setting goals is to set goals that are not aligned with your team or organization, or that lack buy-in from your stakeholders. Goals that are not aligned can create confusion, conflict, and waste of resources, while goals that lack buy-in can result in resistance, disengagement, and sabotage. To avoid this mistake, communicate your goals clearly and transparently, involve your team and stakeholders in the goal-setting process, and seek their input and feedback. Also, align your goals with the mission, vision, and values of your team and organization, and show how they contribute to the common purpose and benefit.

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5 No review or revision

A fifth common mistake when setting goals is to set them and forget them. Goals are not static; they are dynamic and flexible. They need to be reviewed and revised regularly to reflect the changing circumstances, needs, and opportunities. To avoid this mistake, schedule periodic reviews of your goals, evaluate your results and progress, and celebrate your successes and learn from your failures. Also, be open to change your goals if necessary, based on new information, feedback, or insights.

Setting goals is a powerful tool for leadership development, but it requires careful planning, execution, and evaluation. By avoiding these common mistakes, you can set goals that are SMART, focused, actionable, aligned, and adaptable, and that will help you and your team achieve your desired outcomes and grow as leaders.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Xiao Saunders

From China as a Scholar at age of 17, being in SG for 23 yrs/ With 100 Real Recommendations on Linkedin/??Bilingual Fitness Franchise & Licensing Consultant/??WeChat,Tiktok Marketing Expert/?? Keynote Speaker ???
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The most common mistakes I saw in the western companies who wish to come to Singapore or SEA or China Markets was, They think know these markets better than every local person out there. Saying "localization" daily, but zero action. I am an asian consultant with beautiful track record, that is the reason the western companies hired me to start with. And what is the point of suggesting opposite for everything I suggest with then. "In the west, we did XX way" Then Why come to Asia. Maybe we do things a bit differently here in Asia then in the west. If this asian particular butterflies(local cliient) only likes red flowers, then we plant the red to attract them Then stop telling me the western butterflies love blue, Not relevant.

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Dragos Nistor

Founder @ HoneyBee & Co | Furniture Consultant at Spacecraft International | BBA, High Performer| LinkedIn Top Entrepreneurship Voice 2024 | LinkedIn Consultant and Content Creator
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Setting unrealistic goals is most definitely one of the largest issues as they will most likely lead to failure. It is demotivating & unproductive. It can make employees feel” not good enough”

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Brad Thomas
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Most common error we see is goals within an organisation focuses too much on the outcome and not enough on the behavioural input required. For example: "I will improve my sales coversions from 30% to 40% by the end of the quarter" vs. "I will work on my open questions with all customers, specifically (this question) and I will do that 5 times per day. My aim is to improve my sales conversions from 30% to 40%"

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