The Accountability Minute:Business Acceleration|Productivity

Today we are talking about Idea #5 for getting things done the right way, which is to: Think “Outside the Box”.   What got you to where you are today typically isn’t what will take you to ultimately where you want to be.  Get creative and brainstorm ideas and possibilities.  Ask friends and business associates for feedback.  Ask them what improvements you can make to improve your service and relat...

Today we are talking about Idea #4 for getting things done the right way, which is to: Act with the Best Interest of all Involved.   Achieving your goals does not mean you step on people to get there; in fact it's quite the opposite.  This principle follows the universal law of reciprocity; what you put out comes back to you .  Getting things done right means you keep the best interest of all...

Today we are talking about Idea #3 for getting things done the right way, which is: Act with 100% Integrity.   It's not always easy to always to do what you say and say what you do.  But there is no way around it; acting with anything other than 100% integrity will sabotage your success.  The truth isn’t always easy, but it is the truth!  Successful people appreciate the truth in all situatio...

Today we are talking about Idea #2 for getting things done the right way, which is to: Take Action with the End Result in Mind.     Maintaining a constant focus on your goal will help you achieve it faster.  Remember, getting things done right means taking actions that are in support of your goals.  As an example, watching TV for 5 hours is not an action in support of your success.  You may have t...

Today we are talking about Idea #1 for getting things done the right way, which is to: Organize Your Time for Optimal Performance .   Success takes successful time management.  Whether you're a corporate executive or an entrepreneur, you must optimize your performance.  The universe will only deliver what you can handle, so if you want more, you have to do more without adding more hours to yo...

We all want more success, and the fear of failure can often be the driving force of our actions.  We work long hours, sacrifice personal time, and even sleep.  We put our heart and soul into what we're trying to achieve, only to find that we're spinning our wheels.  We think we're getting things done, because at the end of the day all of our Action List items are crossed out; but di...

What Does Your Ideal Life and Ideal Business Look Like? Dive into one of the most powerful exercises for shaping your destiny! First, make some dedicated time to really dig deep and consider what your ideal life and business look like. This isn't just a casual daydream; it's a vision that should ignite your passion and purpose. Now, don't make this a once-and-done thing. Life is dyn...

“ What the New Year brings to you will depend a great deal on what you bring to the New Year .” This is a great quote by Vern McLellan.   We all have 365 days in a year. The only difference between the successful people and the mediocre is what we do with each day. We all spend every second of every day doing something. Are those activities moving you forward or keeping you where you currently are...

There’s nothing wrong with taking a break, but you know procrastination when you see it.  Here’s how to recognize the signs of procrastination and stop the cycle of excuses and delays so you can achieve more success in life and in business.   If you have ever been a leader, manager, or business owner with employees, you’ve experienced what it’s like delegating an important task under deadline.  Fr...

Focus on activities within your control . While you cannot control other people, communication is key for establishing effective accountability measurements to help ensure action items are completed on schedule.     So, what can you control?   YOU!   Your belief that things will eventually correct themselves, if they need correcting, and we will get back to what is some form of ‘normal.’     Focus...

There are three factors that influence human behavior: 1.      Needs 2.      Wants 3.      Values   Values are the most powerful of the driving forces. In order to achieve your goals, you must understand the ways in which you are motivated to act. Top performers do what needs to be done whether they feel like it or not. As Peter Vidmar, Olympic Champion says, “To be an Olympic Champion you only ne...

When you have a high level of belief in yourself, it leaves no room for doubt, allowing you to develop a keen awareness that you are made of infinite potential and can achieve anything you believe you can.     The reality is this, whatever you believe is what you have created and will create in your life.  A healthy belief system gives you the confidence to achieve any goal you set for yourself, ...

Change is inevitable. In fact, change can occur so frequently and regularly that in many cases we hardly notice it.   We change our hairstyles, our fashions, our relationships, our opinion, or we re-arrange the furniture; all with little or no resistance.   So, why do some of us react like a nuclear war is pending when we are confronted with change?   Familiarity with our surroundings, our friends...

To accomplish your goals, you must believe - and your belief comes from your conviction and desire .     Changing your circumstances and creating the life you really want starts with creating a high level of belief that allows you to feel that you can achieve anything you set your mind to do.  With conviction and desire, you will be unstoppable because you will believe that anything is possible. A...

Happy Holiday! I’d like to take this minute to say how much I appreciate you listening to The Accountability Minute, sharing my podcast with others you think would get value, and for leaving me such great ratings and reviews.    Wishing you and your family all of the happiness that is possible this holiday season.     “The holiday season is a perfect time to reflect on our blessings and seek out w...

This is a poem by Linda Doucett that I hope you enjoy. 'Twas the eve before Christmas.  I left it too late.  The shelves are all bare.  Oh, why did I wait?    I swore I'd shop early,  I clearly remember,  And be done with it all  By the first of December.    But now here I am  With picked-over stock.  The boxes are crumpled  On the Marvel knockoffs.    Sweaters too big,  Slippers too sma...

Today we are talking about Tip #4 of the 4 tips for how Time Management Principles Can Benefit You, which is Time Management Principles Give You a Sense of Personal Fulfillment. At the end of the day, one of the best things about effective time management is how good it makes you feel about yourself. Without time management, you could very well spend crucial parts of your day wasting time without...

Today we are talking about Tip #3 for how Time Management Principles Can Benefit You, which is Time Management Principles Allow You To Be Even More Successful. As an established, successful entrepreneur, you undoubtedly have a taste of what it is like to get results from your ideas… but there is ALWAYS another level to conquer! Using time management principles on a consistent basis in your life wi...

Today we are talking about Tip #2 for how Time Management Principles Can Benefit You, which is Time Management Principles Allow You to Be Even More Productive. By looking ahead and managing your time effectively, you will surely begin to notice that your productivity level will increase as well. Putting time management principles into place will not only help you to make the best use of your time,...

Today we are talking about Tip #1 for how Time Management Principles Can Benefit You, which is Time Management Principles Give You Control Over Your Life. Time management actually allows you more control over your life. By planning ahead and figuring out how you are going to fit everything in, you are allowing yourself more control over what actually gets done. Prioritizing the activities that you...

Time management is an art that a lot of successful entrepreneurs have mastered, and for good reason. Since time is your most precious commodity, it would only make sense that you would put effort into using it as efficiently as possible. Time is an interesting resource because everyone in the world really has the same amount of it each day. Some of us choose to use it one way, while others choose...

Today, we are exploring Tip #4 of the 4 tips to scheduling your life, so you can achieve your goals.  Ask yourself, “What are the highest payoff activities I need to do to achieve my goal in the timeframe I have set?” Work first on those activities that produce the results you want, rather than focusing on the tasks that are easier to do, are more fun, or don’t cause you to step outside your comfo...

Today, Let’s explore 3 of the 4 Tips for Scheduling your Life , so you can achieve your goals and have your ideal business and ideal life. 1.      Put everything you need to accomplish in your calendar.  2.      Then group similar activities. For example, if you have to make certain types of calls, conduct annual meetings with clients, or interview potential clients, do these types of activities o...

The time to implement a strategy is now! In the past, strategy making was like this exclusive club, only happening behind closed doors with top brass. But guess what? Times have changed! Now, we all have a say, from the big shots to the frontline warriors. It's about tapping into the wisdom of everyone on the team which allows everyone to provide input. This Strategic Thinking exercise is you...

We are trained from birth to believe that if we want something badly enough, we will find a way to make that something a reality. For most people this is NOT the case. All the enthusiasm, gusto, and zeal in the world cannot guarantee results. Even the best of intentions will not magically move us forward. Following through is the key component of goal achievement. When you stop procrastinating and...