Beyond SMART: Setting Goals with a Spark

Goal setting is the domain of the Warrior Archetype. The Warrior has big dreams and is highly effective at creating goals to achieve those dreams. But sometimes she can get bogged down in over-engineering her goals. If you need a goal-setting reset, read on!

Why SMART Goals Just Aren't Enough

You've probably heard it a thousand times: goals need to be SMART - Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely. Sounds perfect, right? But if you're like most driven women coaches, you know there's more to achieving your dreams than just ticking these boxes.

Dream Big: Why "Realistic" Goals Might Hold You Back

Think about it - do you really want to limit your dreams to what’s just “attainable” and “realistic”? What if your heart is set on a 3-day workweek, globetrotting adventures, and making a big difference with your resources? Sticking to safe, SMART goals might not cut it for these exciting aspirations.

The Downside of Playing it Safe

Let’s say you aim for a 10% income boost. It's a SMART goal, sure. You work a bit more, spend a bit more on marketing, reach out to a few more clients. You might hit that 10% increase, and that's great! But did this goal really push you, or did it put a cap on what you could achieve without you even realizing it?

Aim High: The Magic of Lofty Goals

Here’s a secret successful entrepreneurs know: forget 'realistic' – go for the moon! Instead of aiming for 10% more, why not 50% or even 100%? It's about stretching your limits, thinking outside the box, and being open to working hard (but smart!) to make those big leaps.

Setting Goals That Excite You

By choosing bold and exciting goals over the usual ones, you push yourself past those invisible barriers. Sure, you might not double your income overnight, but you're far more likely to surpass that modest 10% increase. And here's the best part: even if you fall short, you'll still be way ahead of where those small goals would have taken you.

Wrapping Up: Go For Those Big, Bold Dreams!

So, lovely coaches, it’s time to rethink our goals. Let’s set our sights higher than we ever thought possible. Let's be ambitious, brave, and a little bit bold. Remember, by aiming for the stars, you’ll land way further than you would have by playing it safe.

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