S2:E4 | Setting Goals That Get Accomplished

Episode Resources: Finding Your EDGE Discover how to unlock your talent and purpose with this personal development guide based on real stories, practical frameworks, and life-changing insight. Clarity Cards™ A 53-card deck designed to spark meaningful reflection, clarity, and conversation in your personal growth or leadership journey. JeremyHaselwood.com Explore resources, courses, and content to help you grow your impact—from purpose to performance. Episode Summary: A goal without direction is just a wish. In this episode, Jeremy breaks down how to move beyond wishful thinking and set intentional goals that actually get accomplished. Drawing from a pivotal moment in grad school—and decades of experience chasing dreams—he explains why focus, structure, and self-awareness are the keys to turning aspirations into reality. Whether you want to launch a business, write a book, or simply take back control of your time, this episode gives you the mindset and method to get there. Key Takeaways: The Grad School Wake-Up Call: Jeremy shares a defining story of a journal entry full of dreams—and a professor who challenged him to create structure, timelines, and focus. Why SMART Goals Work: Jeremy introduces his "adapted" SMART goal framework: Specific Measurable Realistic Time-Bound The Power of Focus: Trying to accomplish five goals at once can lead to burnout. Instead, go 100% in on one goal, give it a timeline, then reassess before moving to the next. Aligning Goals with Purpose: Not all goals are equal. Some are passion projects. Others may be distractions. The key is to align your goals with your personal values, long-term vision, and Using the 5 Forces of Balance: Jeremy recommends setting annual SMART goals across five life areas—family, professional, health, spiritual, and personal—to maintain overall alignment. Notable Quotes: "If you're running a race with no finish line, you'll never know when you've arrived." "You can't manage your time if you're not managing your goals." Call to Action: Start building the life you're meant to live—one intentional goal at a time. 📲 Follow Jeremy on Instagram for inspiration and real talk: @jeremy.haselwood 📘 Grab your copy of Finding Your EDGE 🃏 Get your deck of Clarity Cards™ to support your reflection and growth journey.