The Only Way To Win The Race (A New Year’s Special) w/ Matt Ragland

Consistent planning and clarity are vital for success. If you lack experience in long-term planning, start with short to mid-range goals. Achievable goals often have 70-80% clarity. Overemphasis on 100% clarity can lead to perfectionism.Focus on three significant projects or "big rocks" at a time. Goals are subjective, so create ones that balance challenge and satisfaction. Consistency with controllable tasks builds confidence and understanding of effective strategies.Running regular experiments, like in SAS companies, helps identify what works. Consistency brings confidence and a realistic grasp of time requirements. Break larger goals into quarters and prioritize them using the VET score (Value, Ease, Time). The 70-20-10 rule suggests allocating 70% of time to growth, sustaining, and momentum.Track time in 15-30 minute increments for a week or more to gain awareness and optimize productivity. Understanding how you spend time is crucial for effective planning, deferment, delegation, and time blocking._Looking for access to my entire book recommendation library? Check out my Amazon Storefront -- your hub for a curated collection of transformative books covering business, marketing, mindset, and personal development. Shop HERE 📖—Discover the secrets to building lasting relationships with your customers and boosting your retention with The Last Customer Journey - a 5-part video series designed to help you master a relationship-based marketing approach. With actionable insights and proven strategies, you'll learn how to connect with your audience on a deeper level, establish know, like, and trust, and create an unforgettable customer experience that keeps them coming back for more. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your business and take your customer relationships to the next level. Sign up now for this free series!—If you have any questions or comments about the episode, I’d love to hear from you! Send me a DM over on Instagram @itsgeorgebryant or pop on over to our free Facebook community, Relationship Beat Algorithms.