{"id":88349,"date":"2026-03-28T10:15:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-28T10:15:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/?p=88349"},"modified":"2026-04-04T19:37:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T19:37:38","slug":"why-the-next-goal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/en\/basiskwaliteiten\/waarom-the-next-goal\/","title":{"rendered":"Why The Next Goal?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The mission behind the video podcast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Why did Rob McDonald start The Next Goal?<br>Because everyone needs \u2018a next goal\u2019, but talent alone is not enough!  In football and in life, choices ultimately determine the direction of your future. With The Next Goal, Rob shares honest insights, experiences and practical lessons to help players, parents and coaches make better choices. <br><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visual-rob-blogpost-28-3-waarom-the-next-goal.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-88351\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.1929157041264664;width:542px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visual-rob-blogpost-28-3-waarom-the-next-goal.jpg 940w, https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/visual-rob-blogpost-28-3-waarom-the-next-goal-480x402.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 940px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It starts with one truth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cNot the chances we take, but the choices we make determine our destiny.\u201d<\/strong>  It's not the opportunities you're given, but the choices you make that determine your future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is the essence of The Next Goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not chances.<br>But choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why I started The Next Goal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I was in professional football for years. I've seen what talent can do \u2013 and what good choices can build and what wrong ones can destroy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That's why I started this platform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not to make myself central.<br>But to pass something on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Honest insights.<br>Practical lessons.<br>Field experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So that others can benefit from it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Live-Life-Logostrategie-1536x864-1-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-88350\" style=\"width:185px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Live-Life-Logostrategie-1536x864-1-980x551.webp 980w, https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Live-Life-Logostrategie-1536x864-1-480x270.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Collaboration with Helpgoed.nl <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An important step is cooperation with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.helpgoed.nl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.helpgoed.nl<\/a> as a mission partner. Helpgoed is a professional fundraiser focused on realising dreams that can make a positive difference in society. One of their projects is <strong>Live Life Youth,<\/strong> focused on the development of, among others, young people. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We share the same core:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>character<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>responsibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>respect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>growth from within<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This collaboration strengthens the foundation of The Next Goal and helps in a wider, nationwide rollout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The biggest misunderstanding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many people think success is all about opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But the real question is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What do you do with that opportunity?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Which opportunity will you take or not and why?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you choose discipline or convenience?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you stand your ground when the going gets tough?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do you keep learning when things are going well?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your destiny does not arise by chance.<br>You build those yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The football world has changed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But not the core.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is still about people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To <strong>boys and girls<\/strong> with talent, dreams and questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only the challenges have become greater:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>more pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>more social media<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>more expectations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>more diversion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, good guidance is more important than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The questions that really make a difference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Next Goal is about the questions that really matter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the role of parents?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do you deal with pressure and expectations?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How important is mental and physical health?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do you deal with social media?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What kind of fiduciary suits you?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How do you handle finances?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How do you deal with people of different skin colour and background? Everyone deserves respect.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Who can you trust?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are the questions that determine how you grow - as a player and as a person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Not a blueprint, but a mirror<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My story is not the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But maybe it will help you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>to think more sharply<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to make better choices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to recognise things sooner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And that's exactly the point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Multiple voices, greater insight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is why other players and professionals are featured in The Next Goal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone has a different story.<br>And therein lies the power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More perspective = better choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From listening to meeting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The need goes beyond listening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">People want:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ask questions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ask<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>discuss situations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, we are working towards meetings and presentations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Real conversations.<br>Real impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Next Goal stands for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Honesty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equal opportunities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc49 Read, listen and connect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want more insight into what's really going on?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Read the blogs and discover The Next Goal:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/en\/blog\/the-next-goal-your-inside-pass-to-success-in-the-world-of-football\/\">https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/blog\/the-next-goal-jouw-inside-pass-naar-succes-in-de-voetbalwereld\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and stay involved with the podcast and new insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Follow the video podcast <em>The Next Goal<\/em> and miss nothing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The gist in one sentence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Next Goal is not about what you achieve, but about the choices that define who you become.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd0d FAQ<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Rob McDonald's The Next Goal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Next Goal is a blog and video podcast in which Rob McDonald shares insights, experiences and lessons to help players, parents and coaches make better choices in football and life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who is The Next Goal intended for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For young players (boys and girls), parents, coaches and anyone involved in developing talent in football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the RobMcPro blog and podcast about?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On development, choices, mental strength, coaching, confidence, finances and dealing with pressure inside and outside football.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is Live Life Youth involved?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Live Life Youth is mission partner because they share the same vision of development, character and social impact. It is an ANBI foundation with a focus on young people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can I follow The Next Goal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Through the blogs and by signing up at:<br><a href=\"https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/en\/blog\/the-next-goal-your-inside-pass-to-success-in-the-world-of-football\/\">https:\/\/robmcpro.com\/blog\/the-next-goal-jouw-inside-pass-naar-succes-in-de-voetbalwereld\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>De missie achter de video podcast Waarom startte Rob McDonald The Next Goal?Omdat iedereen &#8216;een next goal&#8217; nodig heeft, maar talent alleen niet genoeg is! In voetbal en in het leven bepalen keuzes uiteindelijk de richting van je toekomst. 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