Welcome to the Friday episode of "3 Minutes Max." In this brief yet insightful podcast, Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules explore the persistent challenge of sticking to fitness goals and how to transform them into lasting habits.

Andre shares his personal fitness setup as an incentive to inspire listeners to make reaching their goals easier. The key takeaway here is the importance of accessibility and simplicity. Placing running shoes visibly in your apartment or choosing a conveniently located gym can make all the difference.

Jules encourages listeners to advance step by step with the 1% method. She suggests utilizing tools like ChatGPT to design goals that are simple to start with, emphasizing that small, consistent progress often leads to significant achievements.

To cap it off, Andre recommends a visualization exercise that emphasizes the value of breaking down bigger goals into manageable steps. This episode offers practical advice and motivation to not only start but maintain momentum toward personal goals.

Don't forget to connect with Andre and Jules on LinkedIn if you need guidance, and if you have any feedback, share it with us through [this feedback form](https://forms.gle/JcooRoVck82Yez3QA).

We'll return next year to explore the theme of Psychological Safety—why it’s crucial, how to create it, and how to foster it within your team. Wishing you Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! See you next time!

In this engaging episode of 3 Minutes Max - Human Skills in the Age of AI, Andre Ottlik and his AI co-host Jules introduce the WOOP method, a simple yet powerful tool for setting and achieving goals both personally and professionally.

The episode begins with a fascinating insight from a study by Gail Matthews, highlighting the impact of sharing progress with others. This sets the stage for a practical exploration of the WOOP method, developed by Gabriele Oettingen, which stands for Wish, Outcome, Obstacle, and Plan.

Andre's first tip is to identify five "low-hanging fruit" goals from previously brainstormed ideas. These are goals that feel important and timely. Write them down and consider who you could share them with to boost motivation.

Next, Jules suggests leveraging AI tools like Perplexity, ChatGPT, or Gemini to help define each goal using the WOOP framework. This approach offers guided support through all four steps, helping you to formulate well-structured and achievable goals.

Remember, the visualization of outcomes is key to maintaining focus and motivation. Tune into the next episode, where Andre and Jules will discuss making each goal achievable with the 1% method.

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Welcome to the Monday edition of "3 Minutes Max", where Andre Ottlik and Jules, his AI partner, guide you through practical steps for preparing for the future of work. In this episode, as we approach the end of the year, they focus on setting ambitious goals for 2026.

Andre shares a key exercise inspired by Stefan Merath’s book "The Path to Successful Entrepreneurship". For 16 years, he’s been setting his goals with this method. The first tip for this week is to create a handwritten mind map on a large piece of paper. Place your dreams and goals for 2026 in the center, and organize your life areas around it, such as career, family, hobbies, health, and finances. This visualization helps you maintain a balanced outlook, ensuring no aspect of life is overlooked.

Alternatively, engage with a chatbot like ChatGPT to refine your objectives for the upcoming year. It can provide new perspectives and questions you might not have considered. However, it's crucial to filter the bot’s enthusiastic suggestions to what resonates with you personally.

For further details, revisit the episode description. If you’re keen to apply these goal-setting techniques within your team at work, Andre offers tailored exercises designed for business environments.

Stay tuned for our next episode, where we'll dive into the WOOP method by Gabriele Oettingen to enhance your goal-planning strategy. Missed something or want to share your thoughts? [Here's](https://forms.gle/JcooRoVck82Yez3QA) where you can reach us. Connect with Andre on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreottlik/) or visit the [Digital Leader Program](https://www.digital-leader-program.com). Enjoy goal setting until then!