Series 1 Episode 8 - Is it Time to Get Smart about your Goals?

The Better Humans Podcast: Unlocking the Power of Open and Closed Goals

In this episode of The Better Humans Podcast, host Greg Pfeiffer delves into the intricacies of goal setting, contrasting the popular S-M-A-R-T (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound) goals with the often overlooked 'open goals.' Using the metaphor of climbing Mount Everest, Pfeiffer explores how open goals, characterized by their non-specific and exploratory nature, can provide a more positive and flexible approach to personal development and transformation. He discusses various types of goals, including closed goals, open-ended goals, internally oriented goals, skills oriented goals, and externally oriented goals, along with their benefits and drawbacks. Pfeiffer emphasizes the importance of owning your goals, making them challenging yet realistic, and ensuring they are compelling and detailed. The episode provides listeners with a comprehensive understanding of different goal-setting methods and encourages a flexible approach to personal transformation.

00:00 Introduction: Climbing Mount Everest

01:16 Welcome to The Better Humans Podcast

02:28 Understanding SMART Goals

02:52 Exploring Open Goals

04:41 Psychological Benefits of Open Goals

05:45 Setting Your Own Open Goals

06:31 Open Goals in Fitness and Daily Life

08:19 Introduction to Open-Ended Goals

09:29 Transitioning to Closed Goals

11:56 Types of Specific Goals

14:18 Internally and Externally Oriented Goals

16:13 Positive vs. Negative Goals

17:01 Characteristics of Effective Goals

18:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

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