Reflections from 2024

Lee reflects on his journey through 2024, a year marked by significant personal and professional challenges, including completing both the London Marathon and an Ultra Marathon. He shares insights on the importance of setting meaningful goals and the need to prioritise time with loved ones, particularly as his children grow older. Lee emphasises the value of being present and making conscious choices about how to spend time, rather than simply exchanging time for money. He introduces his upcoming book, which aims to document critical success factors for sustainable change and people leadership, and encourages listeners to adopt a more ambitious and strategic approach to their own goals in 2025. The episode serves as a motivational reminder to think differently and take actionable steps towards achieving personal and professional aspirations.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

1. Value of Time: The importance of prioritising time with loved ones over solely focusing on work and financial goals is important, to consciously make choices on how to spend your time.

2. Goal Setting: Setting ambitious and meaningful goals is crucial. Instead of waiting for a new year or a specific date, one should take immediate action towards their aspirations, ensuring that goals are strategic, meaningful, ambitious, real, and targeted.

3. Reflection and Learning: Taking time to reflect on past experiences, such as completing marathons, can provide valuable insights into personal growth and the importance of gradual progress in achieving larger goals.

4. Authentic Connection: Building authentic connections and relationships is essential for personal and professional growth. The focus should be on championing and coaching others while maintaining a leadership role.

5. Daily Actions for Change: To achieve significant differences in life, it is necessary to think differently and take consistent actions towards goals every day. Small, incremental steps can lead to substantial progress over time.

BEST MOMENTS

1. "If there's something that actually makes you feel that you want to succeed, then you've got to really double down and go for it." 

2. "At the time when I might be ready, they might not want me." 

3. "You have to think and do different to achieve difference." 

4. "I want to provide an opportunity for other people to find about these things that I believe are the critical success factors for sustainable change." 

5. "Make sure it's by a particular date that you're aiming for." 

HOST BIO

You can contact Lee Houghton on 07813342194 [e-mail] https://www.linkedin.com/in/lhoughton/

For the last 15 years, I have been a multi-sector internal or external business improvement consultant, building the improved capability of individuals, teams and businesses.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my two young children Jack & India. I also enjoy listening to and reading business & personal development material.

Lee Houghton is “THE Business Problem Solver”, a Management Consultant, CX Specialist and Keynote Speaker.