Telling someone you’ll do something greatly increases the chances of you doing it.
And if you tell someone you’ll do something by some time, the chances of you doing it increase even further.
Social accountability takes courage, as you are exposing yourself to a social cost if you don’t follow through. But therein lies the power.
If there is a change in your life that you want to make, identify the immediate next step you need to take. Then tell someone how you’re going to make it happen.
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