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Goals Quote by Jon Acuff

“If you’re unhappy with your progress, you have three different dials you can adjust. The goal The timeline The actions” quote by Jon Acuff
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““If you’re unhappy with your progress, you have three different dials you can adjust. The goal The timeline The actions””

Jon Acuff

About This Quote

Source Book: 200% More Effective, 2015

If dissatisfied with progress, adjust goal, timeline, or actions—three levers to improve outcomes.

In simple terms: Three dials: goal, timeline, actions.

Key Takeaway

Change one lever to improve.

Themes

self‑improvement goal‑setting productivity

Mood

motivational practical

Type

self‑help inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal development
  • project management

Key Concepts

feedback loops behavioral change time management

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which lever feels most adjustable now?
  • What underlying habits need change?
A Different Perspective

Changing one lever may not address deeper issues.

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