Date: 26 April 2023
Time: 1400hrs to 1530hrs
Speaker: Mr. Busani Ngwenya
Topic: From Goal Setting to Goal Getting
Registrants: 109
Attendees: 31
The Africa Peacebuilding Institute webinar on the topic “From Goal Setting to Goal Getting” was conducted on the 26th of April 2023, from 2 pm to 3.30 pm. The webinar was held online using the Video Conferencing application, ZOOM. Apart from ZOOM, the webinar was streamed live on the API Facebook Page. A total of 31 participants attended the online Webinar from both platforms. We expected at least 60 participants. However, the attendance was affected by technical faults. The main aim of the webinar was to help participants understand the importance of setting and achieving goals in their different areas of expertise.
The speaker, Mr. Busani Ngwenya, a well-known Leadership and Personal Development Coach in Bulawayo and the Southern African region at large provided insights and information which was useful to the participants. He opened with the question, “Why do people fail to lead their lives?” By which he gave reasons that most people fail because they do not have God at the centre of their lives. He also mentioned that people fail because they do not understand their purpose, they procrastinate and often, lack discipline. To which he then said that we ought to break these chains holding us back.
Key topics discussed during the online webinar were:
- Understanding the importance of goal setting in peacebuilding
- Identifying the different types of goals
- How to set and achieve one’s goals
- Developing effective action plans for goal getting
- Foundational principles for goal setting
- Building blocks for goal setting
- Goal Execution
The speaker highlighted the importance of goal setting in peacebuilding and how it could help individuals and organisations to accomplish their objectives. He also mentioned that to achieve peacebuilding goals, it is important to have a clear understanding of the different types of goals that exist. That is growth goals and performance goals.
During his training, Mr. Ngwenya quoted Mark Twain on his famous quote, “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” He also stated that there are three foundational principles for goal setting which are:
- Values Drive Goals.
- Motivation Drives Perseverance.
- Hope creates authentic goals.
One of the key takeaways from the webinar was that leadership plays a crucial role in achieving peacebuilding goals. The speaker discussed how leaders can motivate and inspire others to work towards a common goal, and how they can create a culture of collaboration and shared responsibility.
Other important aspects of achieving goals are developing effective action plans, having self-confidence, being specific and commitment among others. The speaker stressed the importance of having a clear plan in place that outlines the steps required to achieve the desired outcome. He also recommended that it is essential to regularly monitor and evaluate progress towards achieving the goal.
Overall, the webinar was informative and beneficial for the participants. Mr. Ngwenya discussed practical strategies and steps that individuals and organizations can take to achieve their peacebuilding goals. The interactive nature of the webinar allowed participants to ask questions and share their experiences, which made it even more engaging and valuable.
In conclusion, Mr. Ngwenya encouraged participants to set goals, indicating that it was never too late to start.