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Start with Why

How to apply Simon Sinek's ideas in GoalEnvision

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Written by Jörgen Forslund
Updated over a year ago

Simon Sinek's revolutionary idea 'Start with Why' has become a cornerstone of the modern understanding of successful business strategies and personal development. His method is based on the concept that successful organisations and people start by asking why they do what they do, and only then move on to how and what they do. Basically, it's about having a clear understanding of your purpose.

GoalEnvision, a robust goal-setting platform, is a perfect tool to effectively apply the "Start with why" philosophy. Here's why GoalEnvision works harmoniously with this powerful method.

1. Objective with purpose

The first step in the 'Start with Why' methodology is to identify your purpose - your 'why'. This important step becomes even more powerful with the help of GoalEnvision. The platform encourages users to define their goals, but not without first understanding the reason behind each goal. GoalEnvision prompts its users to formulate their "why" before defining the "what" and "how", ensuring a purpose-driven goal setting approach that fits perfectly with Sinek's philosophy.

2. Alignment with the vision:

One of the most important aspects of 'Start with Why' is to align your actions and goals with your overall vision - your 'why'. With GoalEnvision's visual planning and tracking tools, users can see how each of their goals and actions align with their "why". This constant visibility serves as a reminder of their purpose and reinforces their commitment and motivation.

3. Improved communication and co-operation:

Sinek's method is not only applicable to individuals, it is equally useful for teams and organisations. GoalEnvision shines here because it enables teams to define their collective 'why', promoting a shared understanding of the team's purpose. This collective understanding promotes engagement, collaboration and productivity because team members can clearly see how their individual tasks contribute to the overall team purpose.

4. Regular reflection and adaptation:

"Start with why" is not a one-off activity. It requires regular reflection and adjustment to keep the "why" relevant and aligned with your actions. GoalEnvision's tracking and progress review features make this easy and enable real-time adjustments so that users can stay focused and adaptive in their pursuit of their purpose.

GoalEnvision therefore serves as a valuable tool when applying Simon Sinek's "Start with Why" approach. By incorporating Sinek's concept into the goal setting process, GoalEnvision empowers individuals and teams to align their goals with their core values and purpose, promoting a higher level of satisfaction and success.

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