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The problem with setting goals, with NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho

The problem with setting goals, with NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho

FromReThinking


The problem with setting goals, with NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho

FromReThinking

ratings:
Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Nov 15, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

For someone who doesn’t believe in goal-setting, Emmanuel Acho is highly accomplished. He’s a former NFL linebacker, an Emmy-winning TV sports analyst, and the New York Times bestselling author of “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man” – and hosts a video series and podcast of the same name. Emmanuel shares why he is “anti-goals”, how he consistently achieves greatness without pursuing success, and what sports have taught him about living a creative life. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/RWAG10
Released:
Nov 15, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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