It’s The Plan Stupid

A dream without a plan remains a dream.

— JMeyer —

Reflection

I believe the most critical part of trying to accomplish anything new is putting together a solid plan and then assuring its execution by putting together weekly plans.

During my years of competing in Triathlons, every Saturday or Sunday for thirty weeks, I mapped out my weekly training plan, which required me to schedule my training around my responsibilities at home and at work.

Each year in late December and early January, the fitness industry sells billions of dollars of running shoes, training equipment, and the latest and greatest clothing that barely gets used as millions make ’emotional,’ fitness-related New Year resolutions. Don’t get me wrong, if you are a runner, the right shoes are critical, but they will not turn you into a better runner. Only a plan focused on making you a better runner AND executing that plan–will make you a better runner.


Have you figured out your BHAG (Big Harry Audacious Goal) for 2025?

If so, have you created a plan for how you will accomplish it?

Get that plan ready before December 28, and then on the 28th or 29th (Saturday/Sunday), create a plan for your first week in your pursuit of conquering your 2025 BHAG.


By the way, twenty-five years ago, I had a business coach who helped me start the discipline of writing down a weekly plan on Saturday or Sunday. I’ve continued that practice to this day and several years ago added an additional step: I prayerfully turn the plan over to God for His help in executing it. This practice has turned a lot of dreams (see opening quote) into reality.

Proverbs 16:3, “In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”

P.E.A.C.E.

Jay@EagleLaunch.com

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