#348 How to Confidently Identify Your BHAG Even If You're Not Sure Where to Start

#348 How to Confidently Identify Your BHAG Even If You're Not Sure Where to Start

Author: Jim Harshaw, Jr. April 18, 2022 Duration: 28:22
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Does setting BHAGs scare you? Let these 3 easy, actionable tactics give you the confidence to identify your Big Hairy Audacious Goals. Listen now and take action!

Ever heard of the term BHAG? 

If you’re a regular listener, you’ve probably heard me talk about this in previous episodes. (See episode JimHarshawJr.com/302)

BHAG or Big Hairy Audacious Goals is a concept developed by authors Jim Collins and Jerry Porras in their book, “Built to Last.” It is one of the key characteristics and traits of visionary companies— a “powerful mechanism to stimulate progress.”

Setting goals is a familiar territory, but if you want to take it to the next level, a BHAG is the way to go— but where do you start? How do you identify a BHAG?

In this episode, we’re going on a deep dive into how to confidently identify that BHAG, especially for people who are unclear or who feel stuck. Here are the 3 things that you need to do to confidently identify BHAG… Hit play now.

If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  


There's a particular drive that comes from a background in sports, a mindset forged in competition and discipline that doesn't just switch off when you leave the field. Success for the Athletic-Minded Man taps directly into that energy, translating the core principles of athletic performance into tools for everyday life. Host Jim Harshaw, Jr. understands that the same clarity needed to execute a game plan, the focus required in a critical moment, and the consistency of daily practice are the exact traits that define winning in business, relationships, and personal health. This isn't about finding more hours in the day; it's about applying a strategic, trained approach to all of it. Each episode feels like a conversation with a coach who's been in your shoes, addressing the real tension between ambitious career goals, being a present father and partner, and maintaining physical fitness without letting any single priority suffer. You'll hear practical discussions on management, self-improvement, and the mental frameworks that help you stop shortchanging the areas that matter most. The podcast moves beyond theory, offering actionable insights for men who aim to build a life of sustained achievement, where success is measured across the board, not just on a scoreboard.
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