Show you believe in yourself by setting a goal that isn't just achievable, but ambitious—and maybe even a little scary.
Why?
Stretch goals challenge people to re-evaluate what they thought was possible and to develop new skills or processes. They encourage big thinking and creativity, which can lead to breakthrough performance and innovation. While the goal is the ultimate aim, the value also lies in the process and the momentum generated by striving for it. Celebrate small wins and embrace failure as part of the journey to maintain motivation.
You know it’s working when:
You instinctively seek radical, creative solutions rather than settling for incremental fixes to overcome obstacles
You achieve results far better than what a safe goal would deliver
Your self-talk shifts from questioning "Can I do this?" to "How will I figure this out?”
