The Problem with Setting Goals

As senior executives, we are constantly driven by goals, milestones, and KPIs.

However, have you ever stopped to consider the psychological toll that rigid goal-setting can have on us, and our teams? While goals are supposed to provide direction and purpose, they can often lead to burnout, a fixation on outcomes rather than process, and even compromise creativity.

In this webinar, led by Evan Tzivanakis, Certified Executive Coach, we’ll explore the hidden dangers in our traditional approach to goal-setting, and examine how a shift in mindset can unlock greater potential and long-term success, both for individuals and organizations.

Learning Outcomes:

• Recognize how traditional goal-setting can create stress, anxiety, and undermine intrinsic motivation.
• Learn how overemphasis on specific targets can lead to tunnel vision, reducing creativity and adaptability.
• Examine the limitations of the 'SMART' goal framework in the context of modern leadership and innovation.
• Discover flexible, holistic methods for driving performance and aligning personal and organizational values.

The question isn’t whether we should set goals, but how we can set them in a way that promotes sustainable growth, innovation, and well-being.

Evan Tzivanakis

Certified Executive Coach / Leadership Consultant / Director / University Adjunct Professor at EU Business School

Evan Tzivanakis is the Author of ‘’Leading In VUCA Times’’, a capability manager with strong commercial experience, a strategic business consultant, a University Adjunct Professor at EU Business School and Director with over 15 years of international experience in leading multicultural teams, and driving organizational revenue. 

With a wealth of experience and expertise in leadership and organizational dynamics, Evan has been instrumental in empowering countless individuals and businesses to achieve their full potential and thrive in the face of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) in today's dynamic business landscape.

Evan leverages a unique blend of empathetic understanding and strategic acumen to guide and mentor leaders towards unlocking their true leadership potential and navigating challenges with confidence and poise.

His remarkable insights and innovative approaches have earned him a stellar reputation as a transformative force in the field of leadership development. https://www.linkedin.com/in/evantzivanakis-leadershipdevelopment-executivecoaching/