Book Review of All it Takes is a Goal by Jon Acuff
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Book Review of All it Takes is a Goal by Jon Acuff
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Podcast Episode Summary: Setting and Reaching Goals with Purpose
Hosts: Dr. Phil Boucher & Dr. Marina Capella
Book Discussed: All It Takes Is a Goal by John Acuff
Key Highlights
Overview of the Book
* All It Takes Is a Goal explores how to identify, prioritize, and achieve meaningful goals.
* Acuff uses personal anecdotes and practical frameworks to help readers move from “idea” to “action.”
* Especially relatable for perfectionists, over-thinkers, and high-achievers.
Identifying Meaningful Goals
* Best Moments List: Reflect on past experiences that brought you joy to guide future goals.
* Avoid “should” goals (based on external expectations) in favor of goals rooted in personal fulfillment.
Three Types of Goals
* Easy Goals
* Timeframe: 1–7 days
* Low effort, low cost, builds momentum
* Examples: Send an email, post on social media
* Middle Goals
* Timeframe: 30–90 days
* Requires scheduling and consistency
* Examples: Organize a clinic event, create a new service line
* Guaranteed Goals
* Timeframe: 3–12 months
* Must be within your control and measurable
* Examples: Train for a half-marathon, take regular voice lessons
Lessons Applied to DPC Life
* Both hosts discuss personal examples: starting autism support services, planning clinic events, learning new skills (like singing).
* Importance of breaking large goals into achievable steps and celebrating small wins.
* Middle and guaranteed goals often involve delegating and time management — crucial in DPC practice.
Perfectionism and Progress
* Perfectionism is a common “goal killer,” especially among physicians.
* Phil stresses the value of “B+ work” over paralyzing perfection.
* Emphasis on building confidence through small successes.
Finding Time for Goals
* Acuff encourages reclaiming “hidden time” (e.g., waiting in the car line, at the airport).
* Quote: “The reason you're busy is because your imagination is bigger than your calendar.”
Working Genius Concept
* Phil also introduces The Six Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni.
* Recognizing your team’s strengths (idea generation, follow-through, execution) helps with delegation and goal completion.
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