🎯 Understanding the Harada Method Grid

Visual Layout (9x9 Grid = 81 Squares)

Sub-Goal 0
8 Actions
Sub-Goal 1
8 Actions
Sub-Goal 2
8 Actions
Sub-Goal 3
8 Actions
🎯 MAIN GOAL
8 Sub-Goals
Sub-Goal 4
8 Actions
Sub-Goal 5
8 Actions
Sub-Goal 6
8 Actions
Sub-Goal 7
8 Actions
Legend:
  • 🎯 Main Goal - 1 square (center)
  • 🔷 Sub-Goals - 8 squares (surrounding center)
  • ⬜ Actions - 64 squares (8 per sub-goal)

How to Fill It Out

Step 1: Define Your Main Goal

Think about what you want to achieve. Be specific and time-bound.

✅ Good: "Run a marathon in under 4 hours by June 2024"
❌ Bad: "Get better at running"

Step 2: Identify 8 Sub-Goals

What major areas need improvement to reach your main goal? These should be broad categories that support your main goal.

Examples for Marathon Goal:
  1. Running Technique
  2. Endurance Building
  3. Nutrition
  4. Strength Training
  5. Injury Prevention
  6. Mental Preparation
  7. Equipment/Gear
  8. Race Strategy

Step 3: Create 8 Actions Per Sub-Goal

For each sub-goal, what specific actions can you take? Make them concrete, measurable, and actionable.

Example Actions for "Running Technique":
  1. Film running form weekly
  2. Work with running coach
  3. Do form drills 3x/week
  4. Watch technique videos
  5. Get gait analysis
  6. Practice cadence work
  7. Join running group
  8. Read running books

Tips for Success

1. Be Specific
Vague goals lead to vague actions
2. Make it Measurable
How will you know you've succeeded?
3. Set Deadlines
Time-bound goals create urgency
4. Review Regularly
Check your grid weekly
5. Adjust as Needed
It's okay to modify your plan
6. Celebrate Progress
Mark actions as complete
7. Share Your Goals
Accountability helps
8. Focus on Process
Small daily actions lead to big results

The Power of the Harada Method

The Harada Method works because:

  • 👁️
    Visual

    You can see your entire goal structure at once

  • 🏗️
    Structured

    Breaks overwhelming goals into manageable pieces

  • ✅
    Actionable

    Focuses on concrete steps, not just dreams

  • ⚖️
    Balanced

    Ensures you address all aspects of your goal

  • 📊
    Trackable

    Easy to see progress and what needs attention

Example Use Cases

🎯
Career Advancement
💪
Fitness Goals
📚
Learning Objectives
💼
Business Development
🏠
Personal Projects
🎨
Creative Pursuits

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