Setting objectives

Setting objectives

Update: 2025-07-31
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In this episode of 'How to Lead,' with Kate Waterfall Hill, Kate explains how clear objectives can create focus, motivation, and measurable results. She covers different types of objectives including short-term, long-term, personal, team, performance, and development goals, with reflection questions for leaders to set their own meaningful and achievable goals.

Episode Highlights:

00:00  Introduction and Overview

00:40  The Importance of Setting Objectives

01:47  Common Pitfalls in Setting Objectives

03:17  Types of Objectives

04:58  SMART Goals Explained

06:25  Alternative Goal-Setting Frameworks

07:58  Avoiding Common Mistakes

09:12  Involving Your Team in Goal Setting

10:00  Personal Objectives for Leaders

10:44  Practical Steps to Implement Objectives

11:30  Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Setting objectives

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