Dave Ramsey: “A Goal That’s Not Specific is Just a Wish.”

Dave Ramsey: “A Goal That’s Not Specific is Just a Wish.”

14:19 Jan 8, 2026
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Dave Ramsey breaks down why most people don’t actually have goals—they have wishes. In this talk, he explains the five elements of goals that work: being specific, measurable, time-bound, personally owned, and written down. With blunt humor and real-life examples, Dave shows how clarity, math, and discipline turn intention into results.JOIN QOD CLUB. Ready to find your people? Join QOD Club and connect with a community of likeminded QOD listeners. Get weekly Monday Mentorship calls, Wednesday Book Club discussions, ad-free QOD episodes, and access to Money Mind Academy. Plus, online business trainings — marketing, social media, podcasting, and more — coming in January. Start your 30-day trial today for only $9!GET MY TOP 28 BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS: Click here to get your free copy of “28 Books That Will Rewire Your Mindset for Success and Self-Mastery” curated by yours truly!Source: Dave Ramsey’s Secret to Goal Setting That Created a $300 Million Business Hosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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