Listen "2. Overcome Obstacles and Face Fear w/ JaFayre Covington"
Episode Synopsis
Setting goals and planning for them can be overwhelming, especially for long term goals. It doesn't have to be difficult!
JaFayre Covington joins us to talk about Goal Tending from the perspective of a Senior Project Manager in this episode. We dive into setting a goal from start to finish in relation to big projects, and then talk about the balance between work and personal relationships. JaFayre closes out by sharing his insight regarding personal goals and keys to success that you can apply to your journey. Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Communication is KEY!
*SMART Acronym
*Incremental Planning
*Intentionality
*Follow your plans and processes
*Honest Communication
*Face fear!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
1:10 JaFayre Bio
4:26 How to approach a new project/goal
8:10 Taking an Inventory of what you have/need
13:00 SMART Acronym
14:58 1/3rd 2/3rds planning
20:00 Incremental planning
23:07 Overcoming unexpected obstacles
27:43 Self Awareness
28:50 Use your resources
30:10 Asking for help
33:30 Balancing family relationships with work
41:20 If everything is a priority, nothing's a priority
45:44 Accountability for personal goals
50:00 What is your WHY
52:43 JaFayre's Keys to Success
54:59 Face fear head on!
57:25 Closing
JaFayre Covington joins us to talk about Goal Tending from the perspective of a Senior Project Manager in this episode. We dive into setting a goal from start to finish in relation to big projects, and then talk about the balance between work and personal relationships. JaFayre closes out by sharing his insight regarding personal goals and keys to success that you can apply to your journey. Come join the conversation and let's grow together.
Key Points
*Communication is KEY!
*SMART Acronym
*Incremental Planning
*Intentionality
*Follow your plans and processes
*Honest Communication
*Face fear!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
1:10 JaFayre Bio
4:26 How to approach a new project/goal
8:10 Taking an Inventory of what you have/need
13:00 SMART Acronym
14:58 1/3rd 2/3rds planning
20:00 Incremental planning
23:07 Overcoming unexpected obstacles
27:43 Self Awareness
28:50 Use your resources
30:10 Asking for help
33:30 Balancing family relationships with work
41:20 If everything is a priority, nothing's a priority
45:44 Accountability for personal goals
50:00 What is your WHY
52:43 JaFayre's Keys to Success
54:59 Face fear head on!
57:25 Closing
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