We unpack the power of having a Personal Game Plan. Discover the transformational impact of pinpointing your 'lead domino' goal to ignite momentum across all areas of your life. Let Eric's insights motivate you to streamline your focus, conquer distractions, and charge towards your breakthrough objectives with newfound resilience and confidence. Tune in for a game-changing conversation that could redefine your approach to goals and inspire your next big win!

Learn more about Eric at https://thegamechangersinc.com/
Learn more about Dale at https://www.daledixon.me/

Episode highlights:
00:00 Success through consistency and strategic personal planning.

04:29 Reflect on past year before planning ahead.

08:53 Focus on significant goals for greater impact.

09:51 Clear focus on goals eliminates resource conflicts.

15:04 Identify fear of failure, take actionable steps.

18:28 State goals as if they've already happened.

20:03 Refine goals by asking specific questions.

23:06 Affirming small actions lead to reaching goals.

26:33 Visualizing better behavior leads to increased sensitivity.

30:04 Personal gain plan ensures purpose and direction.

32:50 Explore book "Moving to Great" by Eric Bowles.

In this episode, Dale and Eric discuss the Gallup 2023 workplace report on employee engagement. They highlight the concerning statistics that show a majority of employees are angry, stressed, and disengaged. They emphasize the importance of clarity in leadership and the need for recognition, approachable leadership, clear goals, and strong guidance. By addressing these areas, leaders can create a more engaged and productive workforce.

Takeaways

• Employee engagement is a critical issue in the workplace, with the majority of employees being angry, stressed, and disengaged.
• Leaders need to provide clarity in their communication and set clear goals to engage their team members.
• Recognition and approachable leadership are essential for creating a positive work environment.
• Strong guidance and clear expectations help employees understand their role and contribute to the organization's success.

Chapters

00:00
Introduction

00:36
Employee Engagement Statistics

03:32
The Importance of Clarity in Leadership

08:50
Recognition and Approachable Leadership

14:41
Clear Goals and Strong Guidance

23:55
Conclusion

As leaders, we are constantly evaluating our teams, performance, and the external factors that affect our organizations. But how often do we take the time to evaluate ourselves? In this episode, we dive into the importance of self-evaluation for leaders and how it can unleash our true potential. Eric shares his favorite questions to ask leaders for self-reflection and highlights the value of rigorous reflection, not just blame or self-criticism. We also discuss the power of asking better questions and how it can lead to significant personal and professional growth. So get ready to dive deep into the realm of self-evaluation and discover how it can be a game-changer in your leadership journey.