Make the Final Months of the Year Count
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Ever glance at the calendar in August and feel that gut-punch realization that the year is nearly over? You're not alone. In this candid conversation, we tackle that universal moment when time catches you by surprise and the year's final stretch suddenly looms ahead.
We dive into what happens when those January goals no longer excite you—and why that's completely normal. Goals should evolve as you do. The remarkable insight? You don't need to wait until January to reset. We share our personal experiences of rewriting goals mid-year and how that simple shift can reignite motivation when you need it most.
The conversation takes an honest turn as we explore the difference between feeling busy and being productive. Many of us fall into the trap of constant activity without meaningful progress. We unpack strategies for breaking through business ceilings, building team culture that energizes rather than drains, and creating those critical "sprint" celebrations that keep momentum alive during long projects.
Perhaps most valuable is our discussion about presence. Rather than chasing the myth of perfect work-life balance, we suggest focusing on being fully engaged wherever you are. When you're at work, be at work. When you're home, be home. This deceptively simple approach transforms both professional output and personal relationships.
As the episode closes, we challenge you to identify your ONE focus for the remaining months—the thing that will make everything else either easier or unnecessary. Because while time stops for no one, how you use these final months is entirely within your control. Listen in, then ask yourself: what will you choose to focus on before the year ends?
Chapters
1. Intro and Builder Summit Announcement (00:00:00)
2. Training Impact and Life-Changing Events (00:03:20)
3. Time Flying: Eight Months Down (00:09:20)
4. Goal Setting Review and Reflection (00:18:40)
5. Building a Better Work Culture (00:28:30)
6. Breaking Through Business Ceilings (00:42:53)
7. Staying Present and Final Thoughts (00:52:00)
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