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Jul 31, 2025 28 min

A Deep Dive Into Goal Setting (2145)

from Next Level University Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros

Are your goals actually working for you, or just taking up space on your to-do list? In this episode, Kevin interviews Alan about what most people get wrong about goal setting and how to fix it. They break down the difference between goals that ignite action and ones that quietly fade away, why time perspective matters more than you think, and how to reverse engineer your success, starting with what you're truly capable of. Whether you're stuck in the "wanting" phase or chasing something too vague to measure, this episode will help you think more clearly and act more confidently. Episode reference: Article: “Dreamlining” - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-streamline-your-dreams-alan-lazaros/ Learn more about: 👥Join our Facebook community “Next Level Nation” - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700 📔Next Level Dreamliner is a productivity journal designed to help break down dreams into goals, milestones, and daily habits. Grab your copy 👉 https://a.co/d/9fPpxEt _____________________ NLU is not just a podcast; it’s a gateway to a wealth of resources designed to help you achieve your goals and dreams. From our Next Level Dreamliner to our Group Coaching, we offer a variety of tools and communities to support your personal development journey. For more information, please check out our website at the link below. 👇 Website 💻 http://www.nextleveluniverse.com _______________________ We love connecting with you guys! Reach out on Instagram, Facebook, or via email. We’re here to support you in your personal and professional development journey. Instagram 📷 Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ Facebook ✍ Alan: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros Kevin: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.palmieri.90/ Email 💬 [email protected] [email protected] LinkedIn ✍ Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/ Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ _______________________ Show notes: (4:30) When goals don’t create necessity (8:12) Too big Vs. Too small goals (11:45) Why motivation feels so different (14:40) At NLU, your success is our purpose. Join our Monthly Meet-up every first Thursday of the month for tools, insight, and the spark to move forward. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/NzwOxCMxTDyRJg4CLJS1qg#/registration (17:25) The brain science behind goal setting (19:01) Start with what you’re capable of (25:28) You can’t build a house in a day (27:53) Outro Send a text to Kevin and Alan! 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros Next Level University is a top-ranked daily podcast for dream chasers and self-improvement lovers. With over 2,100 episodes, we help you level up in life, love, health, and wealth one day at a time. Subscribe for real, honest, no-fluff growth every single day.

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Are your goals actually working for you, or just taking up space on your to-do list? In this episode, Kevin interviews Alan about what most people get wrong about goal setting and how to fix it. They break down the difference between goals that ignite action and ones that quietly fade away, why time perspective matters more than you think, and how to reverse engineer your success, starting with what you're truly capable of. Whether you're stuck in the "wanting" phase or chasing something too ...

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  1. 4:30 When goals don’t create necessity
  2. 8:12 Too big Vs. Too small goals
  3. 11:45 Why motivation feels so different
  4. 14:40 At NLU, your success is our purpose. Join our Monthly Meet-up every first Thursday of the month for tools, insight, and the spark to move forward.
  5. 17:25 The brain science behind goal setting
  6. 19:01 Start with what you’re capable of
  7. 25:28 You can’t build a house in a day
  8. 27:53 Outro

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