Ep. 15 | Q2 Goals Retrospective

Summary

In this episode of the Overcommitted Podcast, hosts Bethany, Jonathan, Brittany, and Erika reflect on their goals for the second quarter, sharing successes and challenges. They discuss lessons learned, personal growth, and strategies for improvement. The conversation also touches on their personal interests and hobbies, culminating in an exciting announcement about the launch of the new tech book club.

Takeaways

• Setting specific goals can lead to increased productivity.
• Tracking progress helps in achieving reading goals.
• Adapting to life changes is crucial for maintaining focus.
• Defending personal boundaries is important for mental health.
• Finding joy in productivity can enhance overall satisfaction.
• Engaging in community activities can foster personal growth.
• Exploring new hobbies can lead to unexpected interests.
• Creating a routine can help in managing commitments.
• Reflecting on past goals can provide insights for future planning.
• Collaboration and discussion can enhance learning experiences.

Links

• Feel good productivity book (aliabdaal.com/feel-good-productivity)
• Sam Who.Dev (bsky.app/profile/samwho.dev)
• The Mind Illuminated (goodreads.com/book/show/25942786-the-mind-illu…)
• Tech book club Repo (github.com/overcommitted-dev/tech-book-club)
• Overcommitted Discord (discord.gg/d9gZyYuqKd)

Hosts

• Overcommitted.dev⁠⁠ (overcommitted.dev)
• Bethany Janos (github.com/bethanyj28)
• Brittany Ellich (brittanyellich.com)
• Eggyhead (github.com/eggyhead)
• Jonathan Tamsut (infinitely-fallible.bearblog.dev)