How To Actually Achieve Your Goals in 2025 (Evidence-Based)

[@aliabdaal]

I hope you have an amazing 2025! And if you want to make it the best year of your life, join Productivity Spark, my free online masterclass in January: go.aliabdaal.com/goals/yt

[@Mansour_AI]

الحمدلله

[@imenhemad651]

❤️❤️🎉

[@Hamad1-g7p]

Make the videos in Arabic language through Dubbing to Arabic

[@Sjskklss]

Thanks for sharing! May I ask if you are running goal setting workshop this year? I think many people and I would love to join! @aliabdaal

[@aminadnan2735]

Are you Muslim @aliabdaal?

[@drlisaberry]

After achieving my main life goals, what i realize at 64 is that ENJOYING the journey to the goals is what is most important. Have fun. Share love. Be discerning about energy. Blessings to all ❤.

[@TheEnglishSkool]

1. Goal Setting Importance: Writing down goals increases the likelihood of achieving them by 42%, according to research. 2. Weekly Review: Regularly reviewing goals helps activate the brain’s reticular activating system, keeping goals top of mind. 3. Progress Monitoring: Tracking progress through simple methods like weekly check-ins can greatly improve goal attainment. 4. Quarterly Goals: Focusing on three to four quarterly goals is more effective than overwhelming oneself with annual goals. 5. Practical Tools: Utilizing apps and journaling can aid in organizing and monitoring goals effectively.

[@Timestamp_Heroes]

thanksss

[@m.a.jaafouri5066]

Gratitude

[@rawdahnabatanzi1244]

What amazes me about youtube is how we grow through different content creators, we come seeking and they provide what we are looking for from what they are passionate about. And then we get to a point and we have outgrown a certain content creator..or our heart has exhausted what it came seeking for ie graduated this content creators channel, currently for me its Ali's channel..i feel i got what i cam here for and i am very pleased, Now im in a season that calls for a different kind of content, slow living... and im so fascinated at how the diversity of youtube creators beautifully shapes us. Thank you Ali..i dont know if ill be back but trust me..your content has grown me into an amazing person..and im grateful❤

[@GrapplingwithReality]

Vita contemplativa > vita activita. Always will be

[@successformations8231]

Always a season. Now Ali’s teachings are in your ‘toolbox’ so when/if you’re back in the productivity mode, you’ll have that knowledge to use or pass on. Enjoy your new phase! ✨💖✨

[@kamranmoazzamansari7289]

Don't Trust your systems too much tho, As a first year medical student I devised a system throughout the 1st year, and then it was near perfect... near the end of first year, during say the final chapters, the teachers changed their methods... so my system failed.... u also need to be mentally prepared to handle a system failure... i was not then... Had to create a new system... but as i wasn't mentally prepared I had to go through stages of grief and it took a lot of time until i realized that i have to change my systems... always have room for some flexibility and be ready to rewire the entire system and don't hesitate much just because it took you say 1 year to build a perfectly working system that works for you.... Kudos, amigos!! p.s : that also doesn't mean that you keep on changing the systems, again and again when it's not working... make small changes, take one step at a time and allow a specific system some time as justice and see if it works... if it doesn't work try exhausting it and see if pushing things a bit makes it work, it will help you even more in finding better alternatives...

[@lizielita]

Ty🎉❤

[@LIITOGYKIG]

What does system mean?

[@Vikasrajpoot_30]

Setting systems to achieve things in the longer run is the best thing i've done in my life. "If you have to go longer set systems, not goals".

[@pinkpastelstudio]

Summary: 00:05 🧠 Action drives results: Success in achieving goals relies on taking consistent action, and implementing evidence-based strategies can significantly increase your chances. 00:27 🔧 5 simple strategies: These hacks or habits are easy to apply and can drastically improve goal achievement. 02:03 ✍ Write down your goals: Research shows writing goals increases your chance of achieving them by 42%. 03:46 📋 Set manageable goals: Break them into quarterly quests with 3-4 goals to maintain focus. 05:14 🧩 Harness the RAS: Regularly reviewing your goals activates the Reticular Activating System, helping your brain focus on relevant opportunities. 06:25 🗓 Weekly goal reviews: Use weekly resets and daily check-ins to track progress and refocus. 08:17 🎯 Monitor progress: Regular tracking, even briefly, boosts goal attainment significantly by providing motivation and clarity. 10:42 🌟 Visualize with mental contrasting: Combine visualization of success with planning for obstacles to improve your chances of achieving goals. 11:26 🛠 The WOOP method: Define your wish, outcome, obstacles, and plan to set realistic and actionable goals.

[@mttechmind]

Kudos to everyone who are trying to make their life better ❤❤

[@discoverwithbulut]

The 3 key takeaways: - Identity (WHO) > Behaviours (HOW) > Outcomes / Results (WHAT) - Setting systems rather than just setting the goals helps because the systems inform the behaviours, hence the outcomes - Consistency is key, and one enabler to achieve that is to monitor regularly I have a video on how to build a life strategy on my KZbin channel too -- this really resonated!

[@Gilly103221]

As a mature woman it brings me great joy to watch young people inspire others. Today I have watched Ali and Ivan From Notion with Simon from Better Creating. Young men who help others do things more easily. Young men who inspire, young men who aspire. Ali got me out of a very dark hole a few years ago and now I need to learn something new each day. I love the humility of these exceptionally bright young men. Most of all I love how both Ali and Ivan fiddle with their wedding rings😂😂

[@Winkhost]

Great insights! I’ve always wondered how top investors become millionaires through investing. I have significant capital to start with but would love some strategies or directions to generate substantial profits. Also, any tips on how to actually achieve financial goals in 2025 based on evidence? Thanks for the great content

[@davekang]

Sometimes I wonder if people who are highly motivated will achieve their goals with or without these 5 things, while people with low motivation won't achieve their goals even if they try to do these 5 things. There seems to be an unlimited amount of content online intended to help people achieve goals, which makes me think none of these systems are actually working that well. If they did, we wouldn't need to keep talking about this subject so much.

[@syasyaishavingfun]

I think people lie to themselves what their real goals are. A lot of people, deep down, their real goal is a steady job, hot meals, loving family, and leisurely weekends. That's it. But they were thought to aim higher, to get career not job, to have big house big cars big dreams. They were deemed not adequate as a human being just being happy to be as leisurely as cats and dogs. Ultimately though, these are not their real goal. That's why there is no real motivation. They already achieved what they actually want to achieve with minimal effort if they live in first world countries.

[@stormyrosebud2878]

I think sometimes people fall into the habits of life and lose track of what their goals are. Daily struggles tend to take up the majority of our focus. Videos like these serve as a reminder to refocus and bring back the motivation that's been loosely floating in the back of your mind.

[@FloraLauraLou]

Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman covers this exact thing 🤷‍♀️

[@christinegreenall9054]

I think there are a small percentage of people like Ali who are extremely motivated, high energy, and creative who will achieve their goals regardless of the obstacles. Then like you said some people will not have the energy or motivation regardless of the goal setting techniques. However I do think there are people in the middle that will achieve not all but more of their goals by following some motivation techniques and daily reminders. I would include myself in that middle group as I find I achieve much more when I make concrete goals and remind myself often… but without the reminders get easily distracted from my goals.

[@davidsailo5790]

​@@syasyaishavingfunWow, I've never thought about it that way. And you're so on point.

[@Learnersreference.Official]

VISION-GOALS-Projects-Tasks-HABITS show up daily to make it real big. Add journaling for more clarity and review of progress

[@AzeemDesigners]

Who’s growing slowly but surely? Like if this is you.

[@CameronThompsonMMA]

I have my ups and downs, but my own average execution is improving slowly but surely.

[@AzeemDesigners]

@@CameronThompsonMMA Keep Going Bro.

[@BreakHabits]

Love how you broke down the RAS concept with that Fiat 500 example! Really appreciate how you make complex psychology concepts so relatable!

[@beyond.margins]

Hey! I’ve been watching your videos since your Cambridge dorm days. There was a time when I felt like the content got a bit repetitive and not as fun, but now you’re totally back in the game! Your videos are super helpful and engaging again, just like they used to be. Congrats on the comeback!

[@cassiusmbewejr.9577]

I watched this vid and applied the principles immediately. I feel so much better about my life, I also incorporated the VISION BOARD and it feels great looking at my goals ready to strike through them. Thanks Ali.

[@Saim_theproductive]

Really agree with the monitoring your progress point. Honestly if you're not measuring it, you will not know that you're making progress! I personally like to reflect at the end of every week and the end of every month. And once you compare your progress from previous weeks/months, it honestly feels amazing :)

[@Hexecode]

I’m so excited to watch this. I discovered you this time last year and you’ve taught me things I didn’t even know I needed to know. I’ve been looking forward to these 2025 videos because these made 2024 one of the most successful years of my life. Thank you Ali!

[@NetworkSlakkerz]

When it comes to setting and achieving goals, I prefer to focus intensely for about six weeks. During that time, the goal becomes my top priority, almost an obsession. I break it down into weekly mini-goals, and at the end of the six weeks, I take time to reflect on what went well and what could have been better.

[@Vampirelov3r2000]

I really like this approach, it seems to be the style I naturally gravitate towards! Thanks for sharing

[@brittanywilkins777]

#2 is a big one for me is looking at the goals more frequently. Setting a goal to have a 15 minute goal stand up meeting with myself. Reviewing what are the goals for the day and the one step I will take that pushes me one step closer to achieving them.

[@BreakHabits]

15 min goal standup meeting with yourself is genius! Though I imagine mine would mostly be me arguing with myself about procrastination 😅

[@brittanywilkins777]

@ Procrastination is my kryptonite as well. When I catch myself falling into it, I always say who am I doing this for? How will my delayed actions impact them?

[@Pokerbilly77]

Thank you Brittany this is a brilliant idea

[@brittanywilkins777]

@ You are welcome. Wishing you much success in your endeavors

[@AbdulHadiWaqas-l8s]

"You do not rise to the level of your goals, you fall to the level of your systems." - James Clear

[@BDV000]

Sitting down and actually listening and viewing the video in its entirety really puts everything together.

[@lazart3402]

3 things that worked for me: 1. I blocked out all distractions. 3. I stayed consistent no matter what. 3. I read books like The Secret Doctrine of Welath or Rich Dad Poor Dad.

[@Pixellri]

first one is impossible for me i hav adhd

[@Oliverstihonn]

great list

[@qanittakmeel]

Also, skipping No. 2 must have helped you! ;-P

[@Naruto_Uzumaki315]

goated book!

[@Ahmad-yi6d]

How you remain consistent. I mean we all know, it's nearly impossible to focus on one single task for more than 4 hours, than the thing from which I'm making this comment (yup, it's mobile), make it impossible to remain on track, how it's even possible to remain focus? Kindly give some advice 😊

[@teamernstzeit-vip2581]

Dear Ali, thank you so much for this inspiring video. I thought I already knew everything about goals and how to set them smartly, etc., etc. But I often forgot about them “in the hustle and bustle of everyday life,” and then I felt very bad about it. It was so good to hear that even an expert like you feels that way. And how simple the solution is. Thank you for reminding me and for the additional valuable and great input on productivity and the psychology of goal achievement. A blessed 2025 to you and your family and all the best. Greetings from Germany Brigitta

[@cpj80]

I love Mr. Rohn's folksy advice, so glad he was mentioned. And congratulations to you and Lizzy on your commitment to each other. As a happily married psychotherapist and PCP momtrepreneur, it is so restorative to share my heart/mind/soul with my husband. Sending you the same. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all!!!

[@river550]

Have been following you and watching your KZbin channel and even bought your book. Great advice on the setting of Goals. I did that for 2024 with the purpose to clear off my housing loan and I just did made the lump sum repayment. Am very thankful and glad! Goals keep our focus but one must be consistent too.

[@ulemj]

Thank you so much!! I needed this ❤ So clean concise easy to understand and I love that you back it up with studies and research! Thank you thank you

[@hussainahmadico]

it's maybe 2 weeks that I have started journaling in morning, it feels so good. and I started to do a weekly review as well.. Thank you because of your great contents.

[@SadiTheBadi]

Just started my channel last week and videos like this remind me why I shouldn't give up 🙏🏽

[@TaliaFane]

So happy to see so many making positive changes for their lives, but if i may add; as we plan there will be things out of our control e.g 2020, the best we can do is control our reactions to them and adjust our ways to achieving our goals. May all be well for you!

[@lmariesplace]

Thank you for making it simple yet so effective. Have a wonderful 2025!

[@marythetallone02]

Great Video! While trying to recreate my own version of the Quarterly Quests, I realized that all my goals are open-ended. I have daily goals that I already track and they should help me be better at things that are important to me but its not to accomplish anything specific. I need to think about this more! Thank you!!

[@sonyalambcomer1369]

Hi Ali, this was a great video on Achieving Your Goals for 2025 because you shared a couple of things regarding goal achievement that are rarely heard on KZbin. Thanks for sharing!

[@WisdomLife9]

To those who are watching this video: May the Lord shower you and your family with boundless joy, unwavering faith, and overflowing grace. May your lives be illuminated by His divine love, and may His blessings fill your days with hope and peace. May your hearts be lifted and your spirits strengthened each and every day

[@eieigo]

nice. about ur newsletter, you started posting business content on your youtube quite a lot this year. but the main viewers liked your youtube vids because of productivity. i personally didn't watch business related vids. i think there are many people like me! what worked for me to make progress on my goals 1. eating well and not dieting or overeating. and sleep 9 hours 2. having online friends who have the same goals and discuss about them every week thx for the video. i think I can learn from today's vid(made notes).

[@justaskang]

Hey thank you for sharing these tips! They are so true - specifically staying consistent. The vast majority of things in life can be learned if one just sticks to it long enough! Cheers to a good 2025 everybody

[@juana.min16]

1)Write them down 2)Look at them every week 3)Monitor your progress 4)Visualise obstacles 5)Tie them to an identity

[@Ali_SMMA]

Nice man, I've never had much issues with this thankfully because my parents taught me a lot of these things but it's nice to get a refresh of the knowledge once in a while.

[@Akash-jj8pi]

Your videos are so valuable the amount of information and things I'm learning from you is incredible. I started to write my takeaways from your videos to remember it rest of my life. The amount of value through videos,podcast and newsletter you are providing is unimaginable the youtube of creator.

[@AzeemDesigners]

You’re one of the few channels that actually wants people to succeed. Appreciate your honesty man!

[@aciditselfz6471]

I really appreciate you for making this video at this point of time. I've got some massive goals that I'll be trying to work on in the next year. That involves me going to collage, and also my own satisfaction of not being lazy and actually do something with my life that will make me happy and hopefully let me persuade my future career. Will definitely be using some (if not most) of the ideas mentioned in this video!

[@livechangechallenge]

I’ve had the same goal for the last 30 years and still not achieved it. However, I have ADHD, goal setting doesn’t help my brain, just evidence of another thing I can do. Would love to see a strategy for neurodivergent brains. That would be revolutionary

[@mark-chen]

I have been Ali’s fan for years and I really like his recent production like this video

[@ProfNomis]

Wow! This is probably the best video on goals I've seen. Easy, science-backed tips that take just seconds to implement. Thank you 🙏

[@StayUp-app]

Great tips from Ali! Here's what stuck with me (it rhymes so far, so must be 💯): * Writing down your goals makes you 42% more likely to achieve them - actually gonna try this in a Google doc like he suggested. Never thought something so simple could make such a difference * Looking at your goals weekly is key because of some brain thing called RAS - basically your brain starts noticing opportunities related to your goals. Makes sense why I keep seeing Tesla's everywhere since I started thinking about getting one 😅 * Don't just visualize success, but also think about what could go wrong and plan for it. Smart way to not get caught off guard when obstacles pop up * Pretty cool how just changing "will you vote" to "will you be a voter" makes people more likely to follow through. Might try thinking of myself as "a healthy person" instead of just "trying to exercise more" Really liked how he kept it science-based but practical. Gonna give some of these a shot! 👍

[@Lauraferpi]

Great video, this helped me to figure out how to set my goals and gave me some ideas about better ways to monitor my productivity in achieving those goals. Thank you

[@ollystaniland]

This was one of my favourite videos you've recently released, Ali. Full of actionable advice that's super important to internalise. Also, love the flow of the video and the attention to revealing the payoff of each point at the end of the chapter and then setting up a new loop at the end of the video. Something I'm trying to work on myself. Keep these vids coming please haha !! :)))

[@simplementebenn]

Ali, I can’t thank you enough for your videos and the work you do on your KZbin channel. Since I started following you, my productivity has improved immensely-not just in terms of being more efficient with my goals but also genuinely enjoying the process and achieving a better balance in terms of mental health. Thanks to you, the life I once saw as chaotic is now something I can manage and truly enjoy. Of course, I'm gonna be there at Productivity Spark 2025! Just know I'm not that good at speaking english (I'm from Argentina 😂).

[@EarnestTarot]

As much as I do apply all of what you mentioned in my life, I loved how you laid it all out, organized it and presented it. Thank you. I also learned so many new terms and new ways of looking at it, thanks to this video.

[@electricalresearchsma6803]

I absolutely love this video! It’s profound, accurate, and packed with invaluable, life-transformative insights delivered with such honesty. I've watched it 2-3 times already-at 0.8x speed-since Ali speaks quickly, and there are so many golden nuggets to analyze and reflect on. One key takeaway: our chances of success increase by 42% just by taking the first step. Imagine how much higher those chances grow with steps two, three, four, and five! As Ali beautifully concludes in the final chapter of his book, be a productivity scientist. This mindset encourages us to optimize our own journey and continuously refine the steps we take toward success.

[@ЮлияШикова-ф4м]

Thank you Ali! I can listen to you and Zach non-stop

[@theSocraticWarrior]

As a performance coach, your discussion at 13:04 was very interesting!!! Good luck with that goal in 2025!!!

[@DreamersStudyLife]

Thank you very much ! This is one of the main channel that helped me grow and improve myself, I just wanted to tell you how i appreciate the time and effort you put into this channel 😊

[@Marketto_Learn]

Hurrah! A perfect Video with new productivity tips. Your work is really appreciated.

[@shakh-kerimkaz8858]

I like the sticky notes as summary of all main points! Keep doing it pls! Will be screenshooting!

[@zunairazafar5490]

I shared it with everyone cause I found this video amazing . Been following you for ages now since you were in medschool .

[@LotusSunn]

I feel like a good way to look at goals without forgetting to look is putting your goal list somewhere you’ll know you’ll always see it. I’m thinking a goal of the day board where you take what you want to get done for the day right where you can see it so you can remember to get it done. Like a todo list

[@InProgressIO]

I loved the tying it to a “persona” in my case I used to tie it to an emotion now I can do this too.

[@hamnahjujara3035]

By far, one of the most helpful videos by Ali!! Thank you

[@sky-productions]

1. Writing down goals significantly boosts achievement rates. 2. Regularly review your goals to enhance focus and consistency. 3. Regularly monitoring progress significantly enhances goal achievement. 4. Utilize the WOOP method for effective goal achievement. 5. Linking goals to identity enhances achievement likelihood.

[@annehassis]

Interior designer here and just want to recommend somehow concealing the cord and plug for the light in your floor plant - will look much cleaner and less distracting! Appreciate the video 😊

[@dnwanja]

Your ego couldn’t just chill😊

[@annehassis]

@@dnwanja haha can’t help trying to help! 🩵

[@RickyMaveety]

I totally understand that! I’m autistic and I can’t see past the details most of the time.

[@unknowngoddess444etoy]

My ADHD is not only thankful but motivated definitely subscribing!

[@The.Journey.to.Freedom]

Thanks for sharing! Very helpful. I especially like the journaling ideas for checking in and monitoring. Thanks for all the great tips!!

[@bibleanimation557]

Thanks for sharing! I needed a bit of motivation to achieve my goals in 2025!

[@PenelopeRoseReed]

The examples and tips were spot on, very useful.

[@adilmuhammed2003]

much needed for me this time of the year and amazing video man

[@AliceUyenPham]

Thank you so much for the video Ali! You and your wife are one of my favourite KZbinrs

[@JAXFinancialUK]

Habakkuk 2:2-3

[@magajackk]

Achieve your goals and take action. I read one book for business startup titled Untold business masterclass. Its gatekeeped and no one talks about it.

[@shoniahayes2415]

Would the audible version be suitable or do you recommend the physical book?

[@Nkuli132]

Thank you for sharing.

[@TerribleTom113]

Bot/author plugging his own mid book. 😂

[@NB21Media]

I dont think its a writer. Gatekeeped rather than gate kept😅​@TerribleTom113

[@GilbertOjoa]

It's amazing how history keeps repeating itself, and the urgency to prepare is definitely real! Investing can be the best decision of your financial life. I started my journey in 2021, and it’s been the best choice I've made for my finances.

[@LeoSabastine]

What's the best way to begin, and how long until it starts yielding profits?

[@lourdesmafnas]

I’ve visioned board these past 1-2 years, however, I’ve found myself forgetting my actual goals. Having a large goal or goals for the year and breaking them into quarterly goals definitely seems more feasible. Using this to create my 2025 notion dashboard. Thanks Ali and team for the great advice 😊

[@ianpropst-campbell6028]

Very insightful video. Thank you for sharing! Hoping to make quarterly quests and some version of the morning manifesto part of my life this next year.

[@shayakroy2069]

Great video, super simple to follow along, im including all of these suggestions for my 2025 planning thanks a lot 🙏

[@tarina84663]

Really loving all the recent videos ❤

[@DebbieK0324]

Hi Ali, love your book. Would be interested to know if you’ll ever do a series on what you cover in your book. Like addressing common obstacles to achieving productivity by applying bite-size strategies based on your book. I really liked how you did a video before where you gave advice to different subscribers. I think it would resonate with a lot of viewers.

[@anaiscoding]

Productivity this, productivity that. Man, Im just exhausted and tired. Im working two jobs and I will never be able to afford to buy an apartment. Im tired .

[@suhairahsan]

that's really great one.... + I started to watch you recently, and relaly you are doing great in field. makes me feel relatable... and also I have started to build my life from scratch to a billion dollar lifestyle.....

[@eightatheart_music]

FREDDIEEEEEEEEEE no way you casually included one of my favourite KZbinrs for B-roll :D

[@angelkinney44]

"oh yeah im a writer, I guess I should do some writing" best sentence of the video

[@VeganDoris]

Thank you - I’ve never heard the thing about an identity before! Going to think about that!

[@MLeipper]

So, your advice boils down to running your own life like a company. Makes a lot of sense. (He who fails to plan, plans to fail.)

[@DrBrianKeating]

For every action there’s an equal and opposite reaction 😊

[@Blobski247]

Not only is the jumper from a Christmas movie, it’s from the best Christmas movie (imo)!

[@cesarpreciado4285]

Clarity simplicity practicality

[@blueorgin]

OMG I love Jim Rohn I’ve seen all his speeches on KZbin more than once! ❤

[@karaleigh_eva]

In 2024, I really noticed how I struggle to balance even 2 goals at once. While in school, I found myself doing great at school work, but failing at everything else. During the summer, the personal goal was going crazy. Once I got a job, I was failing at the personal goals again but thriving at work. I'm not sure how I'm going to address this, I think I might set myself a weekly or monthly priority. Like "you don't even need to think about Goal A this week, dedicate your time and brain space to Goal B." I'll see how that goes.

[@elinabek2373]

Thanks Ali, i'm loving the 2025 serie

[@caraalana4478]

I learned this way of thinking from reading Atomic Habits by James Clear in 2018, great reminder.

[@Baileywabbit]

I always love watching your videos. So much useful information and tips. Thank you for sharing.

[@AjitaGupta-d1r]

These actionalble insights should work, Will try them out! Thanks.

[@teckymul]

actually i've been watching lots of videos of you and also other creators. Currently I'm not in this Zero to One stage. I'm in the One to Ten stage. I started my journey at the beginning of 2024. Currently challenging lots of Real Life Business Issues. I'm a tech entrepreneur. So making my Startup from zero to a Professionalism is a challenge for me. I realized that no real founder stuck for money. But they have to know how to get money from nature using the mind only. So looking for an entrepreneur's issue related videos. Thanks a lot

[@ShaxzodaAbdugafurova]

I have always failed to monitor my progress, but I decided to make it my habit❤

[@anudeepsharma.]

I hope I don't change my goals and priorities in life the way Ali changes his to-do list app/notes app. DW I love his work ❤

[@melaniem8040]

Best 2025 video so far! 🎉 Research-based, solid advice.

[@dimplegeorge8801]

Video editing hitting another level🎉❤

[@trevador_2002]

Got your book today! So excited to read it.

[@guapshonen]

A template would have been SUPER! Thanks for the inspirational video

[@vallareedeshmukh]

Great video, great content. Appreciate it! Thank you, Ali 😊

[@sarahsalari55]

Every video is getting better and better ❤