Ditch the Guilt — A Smarter Approach to Goals That Actually Stick

It's February. Your resolutions are already on life support. You're not the problem — the approach is. In this episode SJ and Pegsy revisit the New Year's resolution — all 4,000 years of it — and ask why something so well-intentioned fails so reliably. With a mix of history, psychology, and refreshingly practical advice, they explore what actually works when it comes to setting goals that last beyond January. From micro-goals to the WOOP method, accountability strategies to self-compassion, this episode reframes goal-setting as something that should energise you rather than shame you. There's also genuinely useful guidance for managers on building psychological safety and clearer team strategy — because sustainable goals matter at work too. In this episode: The 4,000-year history of resolutions — and why we keep making them The psychology of fresh starts and why timing matters Micro-goals and the WOOP method — practical tools that genuinely work Self-compassion as a performance strategy, not an excuse How managers can use goal-setting to build wellbeing and team clarity Still clinging to a January resolution? Or already quietly abandoned it? Either way — this one's for you. ☕ Support us on Buy Me a Coffee 🎧 Listen & subscribe: https://heelsinthehierarchy.podbean.com/ ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeelsintheHierarchy #HeelsInTheHierarchy #NewYearsResolutions #GoalSetting #WOOPMethod #MicroGoals #SelfCompassion #WorkplaceWellbeing #WomenInLeadership #PodcastForWomen #GrowthMindset