Often, it’s easy to have so many priorities that we lose focus and fulfill them all poorly. Setting a Widely Important Goal (WIG) is alternate method of goal setting that results in more productivity, engagement, and commitment from your team.
Today, I go into what a WIG is and why you need to set one. I explain why end-of-year reviews tend to be unfair and why the WIG method is a fairer and more effective way to gauge your team’s productivity. I introduce the 4DX principle, and I note the importance of narrowing your focus and picking your battles. I explain why you shouldn’t dictate, and why each level of your organization needs to be allowed to define its WIGs. I note that the low-level WIGs need to be in line with the high-level WIGs. I talk about the importance of accountability across the board, and I emphasize that you need to follow through on your WIG despite competing priorities.
“Don’t be distracted by the lessor goals or be tempted to pursue multiple important goals. It isn’t possible.” – Murtaza Versi
This week on the Engage Relate Perform Podcast:
- The WIG method of goal setting
- The 4DX principle
- Picking your battles one week at a time
- The importance of accountability across the board
- The importance of following through despite competing priorities
