How to Build Your Own Personal Curriculum for the Quarter

Most adults approach growth in a chaotic way — saving articles they never read, bookmarking videos they never watch, and buying courses they never finish. In this episode of Leadership, Actually, we walk through a more intentional approach: designing your own quarterly personal curriculum.Inspired by creators like Arabella Touchstone and the rise of “DIY learning semesters,” this episode shows you how to pick a theme, curate your core materials, add supportive electives, build in reflection rituals, and end the quarter with a capstone that turns learning into transformation.If you’re craving structure, depth, or a more intentional way to grow this season, this episode will give you a simple framework you can start using today.What We Cover• Why adult learning often feels scattered — and how to fix it • How to choose a meaningful quarterly theme • How to design your “core curriculum” (and why to keep it small) • Ways to use electives to keep learning fun and sustainable • How to build weekly and monthly reflection rituals • What a personal “capstone” project can look like • How to design a curriculum that fits your season, energy, and goals • A behind-the-scenes look at my Q1 2026 curriculum👉 FREE 2026 Planning WorkbookDesign Your Most Intentional Year Yet A free 2026 Planning Workbook to help you gain clarity, set aligned goals, and create a year that supports your growth, wellbeing, and leadership. [Get it Here]https://everground-advisory.myflodesk.com/personal-annual-planning✨ Lead Better 1:1s, Team Meetings & More with these FREEBIESPractical guides, toolkits, and resources for leading better meetings, holding better 1:1s and having hard conversations. 👉 Sign up herehttps://everground-advisory.myflodesk.com/1-1-freebies📊 FREE HR Layoff Crash CourseIn this free course, you'll discover step-by-step strategies to plan, communicate, and execute layoffs with professionalism and empathy. Self-paced and available 24/7.👉 Register herehttps://semerie.learnworlds.com/course/hr-layoff-crash-course🌀 Lead Differently. Read Differently.Join This Isn’t a Leadership Book Club — a free, low-pressure community for curious, thoughtful leaders who believe the best leadership lessons come from unexpected stories.You’ll get a curated reading list, reflection prompts, and invites to quarterly conversations designed to help you lead with more clarity, care, and intention.👉 [Join the Book Club Here]https://everground-advisory.myflodesk.com/this-is-not-a-leadership-bookclub✨ Lead Like YouA three-month private coaching experience that helps leaders uncover their authentic leadership style, build confidence, and navigate challenges with clarity and intention.Get an exclusive discount with the code PODCAST10 for 10% off👉 Start nowhttps://www.evergroundadvisory.com/lead-like-youJoin 12 Months of Leadership Mastery — a completely free 12-month program designed for leaders and founders who want to grow with clarity, confidence, and purpose.✨ Get monthly themes, reflection prompts, and live leadership trainings — all free. https://everground-advisory.myflodesk.com/12-months-leadership-opt-in