Lead with Intention: A Smarter Approach to 2025 Goals

Use These Five Overlooked Considerations to Improve Your Goal-Setting Process: Part 4 of 5 in Our Smart Restart Challenge for Leaders

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Welcome to day four of our Smart Restart Challenge! You’ve got big plans for 2025, right? So let’s make sure this is the year you (finally 😅) make them happen.

To recap, here’s where we are in our challenge:

• Day 1: Reconnecting with Your Team After the Holidays

• Day 2: Reflecting on What Worked and What Didn’t

• Day 3: Getting Back on Track After the Break

• Day 4: Setting Goals for the Year Ahead (You Are Here)

• Day 5: Building Momentum with Early Wins

Transform Your Goal-Setting Strategy for 2025

I won’t waste your time rehashing the usual advice about SMART goals or how to set impactful objectives – you’re a leader, and you already know the basics.

Today, we’re going deeper. Let’s talk about five less obvious, often overlooked considerations that will elevate your goal-setting process for 2025. The focus isn’t on working harder; it’s on working smarter – and with intention.

If you want to take this process even further, download the Lead with Intention workbook. It’s designed to help you set your big goal for 2025 and reflect on it each month, ensuring you stay on track and adapt as needed.

1. Pick One Goal – Focus Beats Ambition

You may have fallen into the trap of chasing multiple goals, thinking that more ambitions will yield more results. But in reality, splitting your focus dilutes your energy and attention. Instead, choose one transformative goal that aligns with your long-term vision and has the highest potential to create meaningful impact.

This doesn’t mean you’ll ignore other responsibilities, but by committing to one overarching goal, you’ll have the clarity to prioritize your efforts and resources effectively. A singular focus amplifies momentum and ensures consistent progress.

2. Factor in Energy, Not Just Time