Systems Over Goals: The Key to Sustainable Change with Michael Sherlock

In this episode, we dive deep into the relationship between goals and systems, emphasizing that true progress comes from effective processes rather than just setting ambitious targets. Michael shares personal reflections on their weight release journey, illustrating how adjusting systems can lead to lasting change.

1. Measuring Personal Success:

Consider how you define and measure success for yourself.

Acknowledge that it's normal to feel off track at times and to reassess your expectations.

2. The Role of Systems:

The difference between winners and losers is not the goals they set but the systems they implement.

Changing your system can lead to better outcomes, while merely chasing goals without a solid process may result in repeated setbacks.

3. Personal Journey of Weight Release:

The host shares experiences from visiting friends after significant lifestyle changes, highlighting how others noticed their progress.

Instead of focusing solely on losing weight, the host emphasizes the importance of "releasing" weight, indicating a desire for sustainable change.

4. Transforming Mindsets:

Reflection on past attempts to lose weight reveals that the issue often lies in flawed systems rather than the goals themselves.

Recognizing this distinction can empower individuals to reevaluate and adjust their approaches.

5. Changing Habits:

If you're struggling with habit changes, understand that the problem likely lies within your system, not with you personally.

Effective change requires a reassessment of the systems that govern your behaviors and decisions.

6. Song Reflection:

The episode begins with "Sweet Dreams" by Annie Lennox, setting the tone for a discussion on making dreams a reality through proper systems.

Reflections:

• Sustainable change arises from effective systems, not just goalsetting.
• Instead of self-critique, focus on whether your processes need adjustment to foster growth.
• Reframe your mindset about habits and recognize that the right systems can lead to achieving your goals.

Catch us next time for another episode of the Shock Your Potential Podcast!

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Who is Michael Sherlock?

Don’t be fooled by the name, the hair color, or crazy shoes. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals and businesses unlock their ultimate potential.

Before launching her global training company, “Shock Your Potential”, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multi-national medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as many as 500 employees at a time.  Michael has been referenced in Forbes, quoted in Yahoo Finance and is a frequent media expert concerning hiring and employee management on local and national news outlets such as 6ABC in Philadelphia, ABC 13 in Houston, Daily Blast Live, and more.

Michael is a two-time best-selling author and recently released her third book, in a totally unique format, Operation Fred – What a Street Cat Taught Me About Leadership. Her fourth book, The Enlightened Workplace will be released this year.

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Have you met Fred? Buckle up for an adventure with Fred, the feline friend who’s here to show you how leadership, friendship, and life lessons can be as delightful as a catnap in a sunbeam!

Welcome to Operation Fred—an online book bursting with 25 chapters of feline wisdom and fun. Each chapter is a purrfectly crafted tale paired with a leadership and life lesson that will leave you purring for more.

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