2026: The Year of the Identity-Based Goal {12.23.25}

Most people don’t fail at their goals because they lack motivation.They fail because their identity never changed to match what they wanted to achieve.In this episode, we’re talking about why 2026 is the year to stop setting goals that rely on willpower and start building goals that are rooted in who you’re becoming.If you’ve ever set ambitious goals only to fall back into old patterns, this conversation will help you understand what’s actually missing and how to fix it.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:The critical difference between achievement goals and identity based goalsWhy achievement goals alone often lead to burnout, inconsistency, and self-doubtHow identity drives behavior and why that matters more than motivationHow to use “I’m someone who…” statements to anchor new habits and decisionsWhy becoming the right person matters more than chasing the right outcomeChoose one identity statement for 2026 and start practicing it daily.Let your actions become evidence of who you’re becoming.Thank you for listening to the Goal Getter Guide podcast with Jen Laffin. Thank you for listening! Follow the Show ~ If you enjoyed today's episode,  please follow The Goal Getter Guide Podcast so that new episodes are delivered automatically to your favorite podcast feed. Want more? Join The Momentum Room, Jen's small group program for service-based small business owners who want to turn their avoidance into action. Learn more here.Looking for 1-to-1 support? Jen works with a few high-level entrepreneurs at a time. Schedule a time to chat with her here.Visit Jen's website by clicking here.