What we’re getting wrong about consistency: Goal achievement coach Kristin Burke says stop thinking it’s all or nothing

In this episode of "Most Self-Improved,” hosts Erin Jensen and Bhavana Chilukuri chat with goal achievement coach Kristin Burke about the power of consistency in reaching your goals. It’s one of Kristin’s four C's of goal achievers, after all — along with clarity, confidence and courage.For our audience, Kristin outlines a simple yet effective four-part goal-setting process. She also reveals how we can learn to identify meaningful goals, develop courage by "partying with fear," and implement consistent habits to make your goals a reality.Join us for a motivating conversation that will leave you equipped with practical tips, like the Friday ritual of reviewing weekly wins and the power of tracking your progress to overcome guilt and stay on course. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to be more consistent and productive in both their personal and professional lives.In this episode:6:30 Kristin’s 4-step plan for getting clear on what your goals should be: Step 1: Create your longterm vision.Step 2: Reflection: “There’s so much power in the pause.” Ask:What do you want more of?What do you want less of?Step 3: Brainstorm your goals and narrow them down to the most meaningful. Simplify and focus on less goals if you’re new to goal setting and achieving.To help prioritize your goals, rank them from 1-5, with 5 being the most meaningful and 1 the least.Step 4: Come up with a plan to achieve your goals. Ask: What are you willing to give up? What will your strategies be?11:12 What do the people who are great at achieving their goals do that others don’t? They have clarity, confidence, courage and consistency. (Each are defined.)16:46 How to combat the things that derail your consistency: Ditch all or nothing thinking, embrace progress, not perfection. Remember, “Consistency is not 100% of the time.”19:46 Embrace tracking your goals for success: “We have to move away from shame and judgment and move towards perspective and understanding."26:46 Advice for the overly-ambitious goal setter 30:53 How to know if it’s time to give up on a goal? Perform goal check-ins at the end of the month and quarterly32:33 Silence your negative mental narratives by asking these two questions.34:00 Kristin’s Friday Ritual: At the end of each week, write down your wins, lessons learned, and 3-4 priorities for next week.More:If you’d like more information about Kristin or her teachings, you can visit her website, follow her on Instagram,  and listen to her podcast, Elite Achievement. Follow Most Self-Improved on Instagram for more from our lovely show.