From Dreams to Action: A New Approach to Goals with Darren Jamieson

Summary In this episode, Doug Bennett interviews Darren Jamieson, who shares his unique perspective on goal setting, emphasizing action over traditional goal frameworks. Darren discusses his journey from dreaming about owning an Aston Martin to making it a reality, and how he approaches big targets like growing his YouTube channel. He draws parallels between comedy and sales, highlighting the importance of audience engagement. The conversation also covers Darren's TEDx experience, reflections on performance, and insights into business growth strategies, focusing on understanding client needs and metrics that matter. Takeaways Goals should be seen as actionable items, not just dreams. Setting a target is more effective than traditional goal setting. The importance of planning and strategy in achieving targets. Using YouTube shorts can significantly boost video engagement. Comedy training can enhance sales skills and audience connection. TEDx talks require thorough preparation and understanding of the audience. Performance can vary; it's important to recognize when to step back. Focus on the right metrics that drive business success. Building a business is about delivering results, not just services. Aim high with your targets to push your limits. Sound Bites "I don't set goals as such." "I want to get to 10,000 subscribers." "Comedy and sales are very similar." Getting Hold of Darren Jamieson LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenjamieson/ Siteboost - Free Website Review - https://www.engageweb.co.uk/siteboost Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/engageweb.club Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Goals and Mindset 04:34 The Concept of Targets vs. Goals 09:20 Strategies for YouTube Growth 13:07 The Journey into Comedy 16:43 Experiences with TEDx Talks 22:58 Climbing the Right Wall 24:06 Building Businesses, Not Websites 26:07 Quality Over Quantity in Leads 28:52 Mindset for Growth 32:42 Setting High Goals 34:21 Focus on What Matters VALUABLE RESOURCES Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk Email: [e-mail] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here: https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success BOOKS: Goals Do Come True is available to buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3phcy6Z Think Simple, Win Big is available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday. Thank you for listening.