Accountability Is Essential For Success
Many people think self-discipline means doing it all on your own, but it doesn’t mean that at all. In fact, having a coach, a group or an accountability partner can really help you to develop more discipline. In this article we will discuss the different types you can choose from and why accountability is essential for success.
One example would be when someone puts off housework until they know someone is coming over and they race around to get the house all tidy before their visitor arrives. It’s far easier to give in and be less disciplined when you just have yourself in the picture. When you have a person or people to hold you accountable though, you are far more likely to make sure it happens.
Find Yourself An Accountability Partner
An accountability partner is someone you have an agreement with to hold each other accountable for reaching goals. This is a mutual pact and is probably the easiest to set up. The goals do not have to be the same ones, the point is to connect on a regular basis and share with each other how much you’ve accomplished. The best way to do this is to break up the task into daily chunks and do each one each day so that you are not trying to finish up the project the night before you meet with your accountability partner.
It is often easier to schedule a meeting with one other person than a group of people. You also usually don’t have to pay for this method whereas most masterminds and coaches are paid programmes. There is also more flexibility in how you meet with an accountability partner. You can call them on the phone, use email or text. Or you could set up a weekly zoom call.
Is A Mastermind Or Group Coaching Right For You?
You may prefer joining a group like a mastermind instead of just an accountability partner. The advantage of being part of a group is additional pressure on you not to let the whole group down and when you run across an obstacle, the group can help brainstorm ideas to help you out. Two heads may be better than one but sometimes multiple heads are much better than just two.
You may find that you want some one to one coaching, or small group coaching instead, to keep you accountable. Maybe you are trying something new and need teaching as well as the connection. One to one coaching tends to be the most expensive option since you are having private sessions with your coach. Group coaching is becoming far more available because it allows the coach to help more people at the same time, plus gives the advantage of having other people that can help you out with specific issues, like a mastermind. They also usually cost a lot less than one to one coaching so may be more in your budget. Whatever method you choose, remember you still have to be disciplined for them to work and accountability is essential for success.
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