Fixable Toolkit: Set Better Goals (like Shohei Ohtani)
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Jan 26, 2026 They introduce a practical Toolkit for setting ambitious goals using the Harada Method. They unpack how to build a goal grid with one big target, eight pillars, and daily actions. They examine Shohei Ohtani’s ninth-grade grid and his daily 'karma' routines. They share tips for starting simple, iterating, and using accountability with partners to sustain progress.
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Structure Beats Talent Alone
- The Harada Method prioritizes self-reliance, daily practice, and process over talent and external motivation.
- It reframes long-term ambition into structured daily habits to drive sustained improvement.
Build A 9x9 Goal Grid
- Start with one multi-year "best in the world" goal, then pick annual levers that will move the needle this year.
- Break each annual lever into daily practices and iterate the grid over time.
Shohei Ohtani's Ninth-Grade Grid
- Shohei Ohtani's ninth-grade Harada grid named 'be drafted number one' as his center goal with eight annual pillars.
- His daily boxes included granular habits like greetings, care for equipment, and respect toward umpires.