The Goal Getter Guide with Jen Laffin

Do you often wait until you feel 'ready' until you take the first steps on your goal journey? If so, this episode is for YOU! Listen in and learn: How the "I'm not ready" excuse keeps you in your Comfort Cave What the Readiness-Procrastination Cycle is and how to break it Practical strategies to take action NOW and create your own readiness ___________ Want coaching, suppo...

How has your progress toward your goals been so far this year? Quite often, I've found that when you aren't making as much progress as you'd like, it's because you are spending too much time engaged in backward-facing activities, instead of forward-facing activities. What's the difference between these two kinds of activities? And how can you tell if you're over-indul...

This week, I turn 53. I was what you would consider to be a later-in-life bloomer. I didn't really get my act together to decide what I wanted to be when I "grew up" until I was 38 and that target has changed several times since then. If your brain is telling you "I'm too old" as a way of keeping you from flying, this episode is for you. Listen in to learn about my jo...

Our minds are filled with the thoughts, stories, and beliefs that we’ve been carrying our whole entire lives. They are so much a part of us that we never stop to ask ourselves if these thoughts that we are using to make decisions about our lives are actually our chosen truth (or if they’re even helpful). In this week's episode, we’re shining the spotlight on our minds to see if the things we...

In this week's show, I'm  joined by  Amanda Stern, a passionate journaling coach who empowers individuals to embark on a transformative journey through the power of journaling. Amanda and I discuss: The power that journaling has to help us navigate challenges and change How to use journaling as a tool for self-discovery, personal growth, and owning your worth Amanda's personal journ...

Happy 2024!  Before I dive into the new year, I want to take a minute to share with you the 10 lessons that I learned about myself, my business, and my potential in 2023.  These lessons are deep and taking the time to reflect on them is setting me up for even bigger success in 2024. My hope is that you can learn something from my journey and that your 2024 is the best one yet for ALL of us! Thank...

It is said that how we do one thing is how we do everything so have you ever taken the time to figure out your patterns for quitting on your goals?   Chances are that you have a very specific habit when it comes to giving up. And once you identify this habit, you can stop it so you don't keep self-sabotaging your success. Listen in to this week's episode of The Flight School Podcast to l...

One of the steps that I see a lot of goal-setters miss is actually taking the time to plan the actions they need to take to reach their goals. They set ambitious goals, but do not determine the exact steps they need to take to meet them. In this week's episode of The Flight School Podcast, I lead you through three steps to help make your action planning easier and more effective. Grab your no...

It's goal-setting time of the year again. Are you ready? On this week's episode of The Flight School Podcast, we are talking about setting BIG goals in 2024! Listen in and learn: Why your mind wants you to keep your goals simple The six questions to ask yourself to help set your big goals for 2024 What two things we need to remember as we set our New Year's goals If you missed last...

Whoosh! That's the sound of 2023 whipping by us. Are you ready for 2024? In this four-part series, I'll help get you there so that 2024 is your best year yet in the goal-setting department. This week, we begin by looking back with an important task that is often missed in goal-setting: reflection. Grab your journal or notebook because I've got several reflection questions for you to...

Too often, we hold ourselves back from doing the things that would help us grow because of money. On this week's Flight School Podcast, our co-pilot is Renee Cohen, a certified financial planner. I love Renee for her ability to discuss money in a way that leaves you feeling empowered and I know she will inspire you with how easy it could be to change your feelings about money. In this episode...

Gratitude is in the air this month so why not talk about how gratitude helps us reach our goals? Tune into this episode to learn the 10 ways incorporating a gratitude practice into your goal work can help you go from being a goal-setter to a goal-getter! Thank you for listening! Follow the Show ~ If you enjoyed today's episode,  please follow The Goal Getter Guide Podcast so that new episodes...

How many times do you catch yourself saying the word 'should' in your self-talk? I should go on a diet. I should move closer to my family. I should (not) look for a new job. Should is a tricky word because it is often a directive that comes from somewhere outside of ourselves and clashes with our internal desires. This leaves us with feelings of guilt and frustration and second-guessing...

Think you don't have time to rest because you have so much to do to meet your goals?  In this episode of the Flight School Podcast, we welcome Mind, Body, and Breath Coach Nikki St. Paul to discuss the power of mindfulness and breathwork -- and taking a break -- in achieving goals.  Listen in to explore how rest, slowing down, and pausing can lead to success with greater ease, peace, and purp...

When you set a goal, do you expect to meet it? Or do you let time take its course and see what happens? When many of us set goals, we adopt one of three mindsets: 1.  We expect to FAIL because we are looking backward at previous goal attempts. 2.  We have NO EXPECTATION because we do not think that we have any control over our results.  3. We expect SUCCESS because we are committed to our goals an...

This week's episode of The Flight School Podcast is a vulnerable one! In this episode, I discuss the differences between wanting to meet a goal versus committing to reaching a goal. (And the difference is HUGE!) I discovered this for myself when I set my 2023 goals which included "wanting" to write a book by the end of Q3 of 2023. September has come and gone and there is no book.  W...

Welcome to The Flight School Podcast, where we explore personal growth, empowerment, and the keys to unlocking your full potential. Today, we're delving into a topic that affects us all: limiting beliefs. These are those negative thoughts that hold us back, but here's the secret - you can conquer them. Join us as we discuss what limiting beliefs are, where they come from, and how to brea...

Welcome to the Flight School Podcast! In this week's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of sleep with our guest, Sleep Coach Morgan Adams. Morgan's Journey to Sleep Coaching Morgan shares her compelling story of overcoming insomnia with the help of sleep aids, only to realize the importance of finding a natural path to restful sleep.  What Does a Sleep Coach Do? Morgan provides...

This week, we're embracing the 'spookiness' that is celebrated this month by talking about the things that we avoid doing because they scare us. These are the things that if we were to do them, we'd have so much more success and personal happiness. You know those things that I'm talking about. Listen in to this week's episode for some encouragement to help you do hard...

Welcome to the Flight School Podcast with this week's guest, Jackie Hallberg!  In this episode, we dive into Jackie's passion project, "Tripping with Jax," where she empowers women to travel solo and explore the world.  We discuss the importance of breaking free from travel limitations and how Jackie helps women embrace the joys of solo travel or find travel companions.  Jackie...

In this episode, we'll delve into the power of goal journaling as a crucial tool in your morning routine for achieving your dreams and overcoming the obstacles that hold you back. Why Goal Journaling Matters (Step 1): Setting clear goals is the first step toward success. Jen recommends breaking your year into quarters and specifying a goal for each one. This ensures that you always know what...

On today’s episode, I’d like to introduce you to someone who has inspired me and I know will inspire you too. Shantel Love is a mother, wife, mentor, keynote speaker, and Global vice President of Customer Success at Pearson Education.  Shantel and I first connected on Linkedin, where I was drawn to her authenticity and openness about her journey with self-doubt AND how she balances motherhood with...

Let's dive into the magic of September, a month brimming with fresh beginnings and new opportunities. Today, we're exploring the fascinating concept of the Fresh Start Effect and how you can leverage it to supercharge your goals and aspirations.  Key Takeaways: 1. The Fresh Start Effect: September, not January, often feels like the real fresh start of the year. The Fresh Start Effect is...

Welcome to the Flight School Podcast, where we dive deep into breaking free from limitations and reaching our full potential. In today's episode, we'll explore the journey of Kathleen Wisemandle, a remarkable woman who dared to leave the security of a corporate career and soar into entrepreneurship.  Episode Highlights: Embracing Growth: In this episode, we're challenging the barrie...

I'm excited to dive into a thought-provoking topic today – The Comfort Cave. If you've been following me on LinkedIn, you've likely come across my discussions on this intriguing concept. Join me as we explore the Comfort Cave, its origins in our primal brain, and how it impacts our growth journey. Episode Highlights: Understanding the Comfort Cave: Have you ever heard of the Comfort...