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The problem with setting goals, with NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho

The problem with setting goals, with NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho

FromWorkLife with Adam Grant


The problem with setting goals, with NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho

FromWorkLife with Adam Grant

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

Titles in the series (100)

You spend a quarter of your life at work. You should enjoy it! Organizational psychologist Adam Grant takes you inside the minds of some of the world’s most unusual professionals to discover the keys to a better work life. From learning how to love your rivals to harnessing the power of frustration, one thing’s for sure: You’ll never see your job the same way again.