If you’re in sales or business, chances are your to-do list is endless. You have goals you’re determined to reach, and your schedule is packed with tasks to make those goals a reality. Goal-setting is essential for success, but does it ever feel like you’re just spinning in circles? Like your day is more about “busy work” than meaningful progress?
You’re not alone. Many people feel productive because they’re constantly moving, yet something feels off. Despite the full calendar, they aren’t as productive—or fulfilled—as they’d like to be. If this sounds familiar, maybe it’s time for a shift in focus, from busyness to intentionality.
Do You Really Know What You Want?
It’s easy to think you know what you want, but ask yourself: What do you truly want to achieve? Are your daily actions aligned with that vision, or are they filling time without really moving the needle?
To gain clarity, try this exercise—and yes, grab a pen and paper! There’s something about writing by hand that engages your mind differently.
- Write down 10 things you DO NOT want in your professional life. Getting clear on what you don’t want can bring unexpected clarity on what you truly desire.
- Write down all the goals you want to achieve in your work life. Focus on work for now (you can apply this to your personal life later).
- Pick your top 10 goals and list them out clearly.
- Narrow it down to your top 5.
- Choose your top 2, then finally select the ONE that would make the most significant impact if achieved.
That, my friend, is your One Great Goal.
Why the Freedom Schedule Works: Aligning with Your One Great Goal
Now, you might wonder, how does this One Great Goal relate to productivity and a Freedom Schedule? It’s simple. Many of us fill our calendars with activities that may look productive on the surface but aren’t necessarily tied to our top priorities. A Freedom Schedule frees you from this trap. By designing a schedule around your One Great Goal, you create time and space for what truly matters, while freeing up mental energy from less impactful tasks.
A Freedom Schedule isn’t about working less but working with intention. It’s structured to include time for health, wellness, family, and personal growth, but with a sharp focus on your One Great Goal. By minimizing time spent on lower-priority goals, you reclaim hours for strategic actions that propel your highest goal forward—and with it, all the other goals will start to follow naturally.
Creating Your Freedom Schedule
Take a look at your calendar. How much of it is dedicated to moving you closer to your One Great Goal? If your schedule looks packed but doesn’t have focused time for this, it’s time to reprioritize. Here’s how to make the shift:
- Schedule time for your One Great Goal first—give it prime space in your week.
- Identify and reduce or delegate busywork that doesn’t align with your top priority.
- Block time for personal well-being, family, and rejuvenation. These aren’t optional extras; they’re essential for sustained success.
By creating this intentional structure, your Freedom Schedule becomes more than a routine—it’s a lifestyle designed to help you achieve your highest aspirations without sacrificing your life in the process.
So, what is it you really want? Find your One Great Goal, align your calendar, and watch as everything else begins to fall into place.
