Episode 13

13 - Systems not Goals

13 Systems Not Goals - Use systems to make progress in life.

In this episode, we’re talking about how to achieve your goals by focusing on building a system instead of just having a goal. By breaking your goals down into smaller steps and creating a repeatable and flexible system around them, you’re more likely to succeed in the long run. And don’t forget to celebrate those small wins along the way! We’ll also touch on how to adjust your system as you go to make it more fun and beneficial for you. So, let’s get started on building a better system for achieving your goals!

https://startwithsmallsteps.com/?p=2334

https://jamesclear.com/goals-systems
 
How Ben Mulholland lost weight and learned the Piano
- https://www.process.st/systems-vs-goals/

Scott Adams How to Fail at Almost Everything and Still Win Big on Systems

https://www.scottadamssays.com/2013/11/18/goals-vs-systems/

Flavio Rump On Systems

https://medium.com/@flaviorump/systems-vs-goals-a67fcd937370

Jill’s Links
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/startwithsmallsteps

Twitter startwithsmallsteps

Email the podcast at jill@startwithsmallsteps.com

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Jill McKinley

I’m Jill from the Northwoods. Professionally, I work in Health IT, where I untangle complex systems and help people use technology more effectively. But at heart, I’m a curious lifelong learner—always exploring how things work, why people grow the way they do, and how even the smallest steps can spark real transformation. That curiosity fuels everything I do, from problem-solving at work to sharing insights through my creative projects.

My journey wasn’t always easy. Growing up, I faced a rough childhood, and books became my lifeline. They introduced me to voices of ancient wisdom, modern psychology, and the natural world around me. Those pages taught me resilience, gave me perspective, and helped me see that wisdom is everywhere—waiting to be noticed, gathered, and shared.