Goalgetters Pty Ltd

29/04/2026

Went on a stunning walk through our suburb this morning and we crossed over a gurgling brook. Watching the water slapping against the pebbles and stones reminded me of something I recently read...that obstacles in our life have a way of helping us to appreciate the sounds and beauty of life. Paying attention to the lesson learned and being stronger for it. And knowing, that despite the obstacles or challenges, we need to keep moving forward!
Wherever you are, be blessed on your journey :)

30/06/2025

Love this! Back to humans, I say!

30/06/2025

Something I posted 5 years ago - and is still so relevant!
I trust you are living that dash!

Hi there :) 
Amazing to think that our lives can be summed up simply by two dates divided by a dash.
The two dates: when we were born and when we die…and then that tiny dash in-between.
As we begin this week, we have a real opportunity to reflect on the ‘dash’ of our life…to make it richer, more meaningful and stronger.
That ‘dash’ belongs to us only so don’t spend too much time comparing yourself to others – be the best version of yourself that you can be :)
We need to fulfill the potential and talents we have been given – the ‘dash’ in our life may apply to us only but we can have a profound effect on the richness of the ‘dash’ of other people around us by showing:
Love, Care, Understanding, Support, Encouragement, Accountability…..
…especially in these times...a small ‘dash’ but a massive opportunity!
Keep safe and well!
Greg

18/04/2022

DOES OUR ARMBAND DESCRIBE OUR ACTION?
The last two years have seen employees, more than ever before, asking for authenticity, honest communication and consistency from their leaders.
At Goalgetters, we often use topical and impactful events (mainly from the sporting arena) to explain people-performance and engagement scenarios.
Being a West Ham fan, I realise I may be looking at this picture with tinted glasses but the Lyon striker (and captain) in the frame had just gone to ground very cheaply to get a West Ham player sent off during a recent European cup tie.
A wink in this scenario normally means that you have managed to ‘con’ the ref and the camera has caught the captain celebrating just that. Needless to say, he has since been taken to the cleaners by all involved in sport and West Ham has also just knocked Lyon out of the competition. The tragedy, I believe, is what he did whilst wearing the blue and white message on his left arm.
Got me thinking that the ‘message’ and the ‘action’ are simply miles apart.
Wearing badges is one thing – performing the behaviour that is consistent with the message is like a breath of fresh air in today’s digital, virtual and often impersonal world.
Boy, do you stand out when you are able to synthesize the ‘talk’ and the ‘walk’!
I don’t know one employee who would expect anything less from us. :)

16/11/2021

Something quite close to my heart :) Don't you sometimes feel there is just too much talk and not enough action going around? I sometimes fall into the trap of being a couch critic - telling people how to play from the comfort of my sofa :) I so admire the people who dare - who decide to get into the ring with the noisy crowd baying for blood - without any expectation of personal reward, status or power. To those of you who get your hands dirty; who believe against the odds and continue throwing those star fish back into the sea...one by one - you guys are just phenomenal - you all simply rock!
All the best,
Greg

26/10/2021

Some simple tips to get the best out of your people - and they don't cost a cent :)
I'd love to know if they help you to optimise the potential of your staff...
All the best,
Greg

10/08/2021

Hi everyone,
This little jasmine flower popped open this week in our garden - almost two weeks later than last year, but it still showed up :) and brought with it the hope of Spring!
Us humans are not just immaculate miracles - we are also resilient!
I hope that you all show up this week, whatever you are doing, and let the world partake of your special talents.
Be the hope in other people's lives!
Stay blessed!
Greg

29/06/2021

HELP YOUR STAFF TO SEE WHAT VICTORY LOOKS LIKE!

If we want our staff to win, we need them to believe they can!
If you have a dream for your business, we'd love to share our 30 years of experience to help you realize it!

Call me on +27 (0)83 654 3795 or drop me a mail at [email protected].
I look forward to hearing from you!
Greg

17/05/2021

On to my next Robin Sharma book - Leadership Wisdom - and on page 68 I came across these words of wisdom from him.
So simple but so massively true!
Why? Because we all know how much we are able to deliver greatness when we are feeling great about ourselves! Just like this proud staff member who attended a recent workshop of ours.
Sharma goes on to say that, as leaders, we should dedicate ourselves to liberating, rather than stifling, the talents of the people working with us.
I like that!
All the best,
Greg

31/03/2021

OWNING OUR OWN SPACE

Hi fellow business leaders, entrepreneurs, colleagues and friends,

Nature has a wonderful way of teaching us the basics and in this instance, I would like to introduce you to a bird known as the Starling.
This bird shines at being able to show us how to take accountability and responsibility and to own our space :)

Similar to our Glossy Starling and Mynah here on the Highveld, the Common Starling, found in Europe, swirls in groups of many thousands [known a murmurations], mainly at sunset between the autumn and winter months in the Northern Hemisphere.

Why?
No one knows for sure but it is thought that it is for protection from predators, likes hawks and for warmth.

How do they not crash into each other?
Again, scientists are not sure but they have somehow worked out that one bird's movement only affects its seven closest neighbours. And those 7 neighbours keep an eye on the 7 birds around them…and so on…and so on…

Sounds similar to the ‘we are the 5 people we mix with the most' :)

Why 7?
Even scientists cannot tell you but it's one of those numbers that just works in nature. Maybe it is a size that our brains can manage?

What can we take away from this?

1. There is safety in numbers – in teamwork and sharing common values.
2. Focus on the 7 - When there are lots of things challenging you on a daily basis, focus on a few things (no more than 7 :)) that will keep you flying.
3. Own your space – don’t always worry about the things you cannot control (like the other 999 birds). You might not be able to control the flight of the other birds but you can control your own flight and be the master of your own direction (yet still enjoy the love and the protection of those around you :))
4. No ‘traffic pointsmen’ required – each bird takes accountability for its own personal actions but it flies understanding where it fits into the bigger picture. No one tells the birds where to go. They fly instinctively so that the whole team is safe.

If you get a chance, try sharing this with your family and work teams.
Taking accountability is one of the most life-affirming things we can do as humans.
If Starlings can do it, surely we can too :)

Take care.
Greg