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Episode 24: 9 Things WINNERS Don't Do   What makes high achievers stand out? Hilary Silver is here to break down 9 things winners don't do—trust us, it's not what you think. Ready to up your game in life, love, or business? This episode is your VIP ticket!   Episode Highlights: Winners don't sit around complaining. They handle it, find solutions, and move on.  Blame games are for losers. Winners own their stuff and get to work fixing the problem, not shifting the blame. Making excuses? Not a chance. Winners know excuses get you nowhere—own up, learn, and do better next time. Life's not happening to you—it's happening because of you. Winners take the reins and steer their own ship. Who cares if people don't validate you? Winners know they're already enough, no outside approval required. Entitlement? Please. Winners create their own opportunities by showing up, grinding hard, and staying focused. Winners aren't worried about someone else's success; they're too busy creating their own and cheering on others. People-pleasing? Not today. Winners know who they are, stay true to themselves, and don't bend to fit someone else's mold. Fear is natural, but winners choose faith. They push through uncertainty, trust the process, and keep growing.   Episode Breakdown: [00:00] The Unwritten Rules of Winners [01:08] Complaining? Not Here [01:47] Blame is a Loser's Game [02:20] Excuses Don't Fly [03:29] Victim Mentality? No Thanks [04:27] Validation is Overrated [05:39] Nobody Owes You Anything [06:22] Celebrate, Don't Hate [07:10] Stay Authentic or Bust [07:51] Faith Over Fear, Always   Listener Takeaways: Take a hard look at these 9 traits—are you embodying them, or falling into the trap of what winners don't do? Discover how tweaking your mindset can kick those bad habits to the curb—like making excuses or waiting for validation. Get fired up to face fear head-on, trust the process, and step into your next level of success.   This episode is your wake-up call—because winners are made by what they don't do. Tune in, take notes, and get ready to crush it in every part of your life!   Get more incredible resources from Hilary! Click here to access all of her free paradigm-flipping tools: https://hilarysilver.com/guides/ 

Today we are talking about Step 3 to help you manifest your desire to get things done, which is to make it real. After you have begun the visualization process, try to make it so real to yourself that it almost feels like you have ALREADY accomplished it. In your mind, you should already have overcome the obstacles. All that is now required is for you to put in the time. REALLY make it feel like you are already done before you even start. This will prepare your mind and take you to a place of better concentration.  Tune in tomorrow for Step 4 to help you manifest your desire to get things done.  Remember to subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about Step 2 to help you manifest your desire to get things done, which is to visualize your work completed. Really think about how it will feel to get your work done at the end of each day. Visualize it in your mind. Think about what your to-do list will look like with everything checked off, what your calendar will look like when you have more days open to do what you want, and how it will feel at the end of the day to get so much more accomplished than you have before. Take your time, and spend a few minutes doing this right now. Identify barriers, and break them down one at a time until there is nothing standing between you and complete belief in what you desire.  For more help with leveraging the Power of Visualization, download my complimentary Guidebook by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/visualization.  Tune in tomorrow for Step 3 to help you manifest your desire to get things done.  Remember to subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about Step 1 to help you manifest your desire to get things done, which is to take stock of what you need to accomplish. Take a second to really think about everything that you have to do. Think about the challenges, and think about how easy it could be if you could just focus more. Think about how much more successful you will be if you could really commit yourself to getting a consistent amount of work done each day. You can be laser focused and get even more done, if you believe you can. I believe in you.  Tune in tomorrow for Step 2 to help you manifest your desire to get things done.  Remember to subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

If you are one of those self-made entrepreneurs who, ironically, suffers from an inability to focus on day-to-day tasks, then you know EXACTLY what it feels like to WISH that you could get a lot done during the day. There are plenty of hours, but you probably feel like concentrating long enough to get most of your work done is almost impossible. This might get you down, cause you problems, and end up derailing your attempts to further yourself beyond your current level of success. So, can manifestation help a problem like this? Actually, I believe it can.  Manifesting your desire to get more done is actually VERY doable… you just have to go through the process from beginning to end.  Over the next 4 days we are going to explore 4 steps to help you manifest your desire to get things done, so tune in tomorrow for Step 1.  Remember to subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

If you have ever heard of manifesting, then you probably know, at least in part, where this conversation is headed… but for those of you who might not be as familiar with the concept, let me take a moment to explain.  Manifestation is basically the belief that if you visualize and believe something enough, it will come to pass. There are a lot of varying beliefs about manifestation, and many people claim that it works in many different ways. Some believe that it is an almost spiritual, mystical phenomenon, while others tend to believe that any basis for it being true lies within the human mind. More people probably believe that if you believe in something enough, you will not be inhibited as you strive to achieve it… which is what actually ends up winning in the end.  Let's approach manifestation from a position of pure logic. Logically, you ARE able to manifest things by visualizing and believing in them. This will enable you to break down self-imposed barriers and to give yourself the freedom that you need to pursue your goals without inhibitions. Once you acquire the ability to ‘live' your success before it is physically in place, you will have realized what it truly means to ‘manifest' the next level of success for yourself.  Tune in tomorrow for more ideas on helping you manifest your desire to get things done.  Remember to subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about Tip #5 of the 5 tips for helping you have a “winning” attitude, which is to live victoriously. Living life as if you already know that your next endeavor will be a success is EXACTLY what it looks like to embody a ‘winning' attitude. Consider yourself a winner before the project even starts! Never assume that you are going to fail. If failure does come, realize that you have not lost… you have just realized one way that your plan didn't work. It's okay to occasionally have a five minute 'pity party' and then put your big girl/boy pants on and move on. Trial and error is part of winning, so NEVER feel like you do not have what it takes to go to the next level. Live like you are a winner, every single day… and it will definitely show.  Having a winning attitude is essential, even though very few people have mastered the art. To do this, you need to have… ·         Passion for what you are doing·         A strong belief in yourself and your abilities·         A strategy that you believe in·         Values that are clearly defined ·         A mastery over your outlook Once you have mastered the art of maintaining a ‘winning attitude', day in and day out, you will begin to realize that the only boundaries imposed upon you are those that you impose upon yourself. In a lot of ways, becoming more successful is not about being lucky or fortunate… it is about taking the circumstances that you are in and turning them into opportunities.  Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about Tip #4 for helping you have a “winning” attitude, which is to remind yourself that ANYTHING is possible. It can be easy to feel like you are not capable of accomplishing difficult or mountainous feats… but you will soon realize that the only thing separating you from victory is a winning attitude! Simple logic tells us that if you continue to try without giving up, you truly can accomplish ANYTHING! We sometimes feel like we can only do so much, or that we are only capable of doing certain things. Limiting yourself by not having the drive to continue to try, despite failure, will hold you back more than anyone else possibly could.  "The keys to success: pure staying power, persistence, continually believing in something, dogged stubbornness to get things done, and continual optimism."- Susan Barnes Tune in tomorrow for Tip #5 for helping you to have a “winning” attitude. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about Tip #3 for helping you have a “winning” attitude, which is to listen to motivational speakers. Believe it or not, there are some very powerful motivational speakers out there who can really help you to see the good in things going on around you. Two of my favorite speakers is Zig Ziglar and Jim Rohn, but there are a lot of others that can be very helpful to listen to. Listening to a good motivational speaker can help to fill your mind with positive thoughts, and can help you to see reasons for believing in yourself that you might not notice on your own.  Tune in tomorrow for Tip #4 for helping you to have a “winning” attitude. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Emotional intelligence is a vastly underrated trait in a great business leader. While hard skills, such as technical skills or knowledge, can be learned, emotional intelligence needs to be cultivated. Soft skills such as empathy, patience, and self-awareness, are all crucial for successfully leading a team and growing your business to your next level. Leaders who have high emotional intelligence are much farther ahead of the curve than those who have a keen instinct for business. They're more capable of building a team they can retain, and aware of what it takes to motivate that team as they grow their company. If it's so important, why is it so underrated? Let's explore more about why this trait is the foundation of a successful leadership tenure. What is Emotional Intelligence?Components of Emotional Intelligence How to Display Emotional Intelligence Prioritize emotional intelligence as you lead your company. Practice self-awareness, transparency with your team, and above all, empathy. Taking the time to understand your own emotions as well as your employees' emotions will help you to be a more effective, more compassionate, and an even more successful leader! Unlock a blueprint to creating and having your ideal business and ideal life by scheduling your free consultation with me today!  Want more proven business success tips and resources? Of course you do…. Subscribe to my blog by going to www.acountabilitycoach.com/blog.  Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™I'm the author of many books, including Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Support the showIf you would like help sticking to your goals, so you can make more money and work less, and ultimately enjoy having your ideal business and ideal life, reach out to me today to schedule your complimentary consultation. Want more business success tips and resources? Subscribe to my blog by going to www.acountabilitycoach.com/blog. As an experienced accountability coach and author of 5 books, I help business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy even better work life balance. Check out my proven business accelerator resources by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/.

Emotional intelligence is a vastly underrated trait in a great business leader. While hard skills, such as technical skills or knowledge, can be learned, emotional intelligence needs to be cultivated. Soft skills such as empathy, patience, and self-awareness, are all crucial for successfully leading a team and growing your business to your next level. Leaders who have high emotional intelligence are much farther ahead of the curve than those who have a keen instinct for business. They're more capable of building a team they can retain, and aware of what it takes to motivate that team as they grow their company. If it's so important, why is it so underrated? Let's explore more about why this trait is the foundation of a successful leadership tenure. What is Emotional Intelligence?Components of Emotional Intelligence How to Display Emotional Intelligence Prioritize emotional intelligence as you lead your company. Practice self-awareness, transparency with your team, and above all, empathy. Taking the time to understand your own emotions as well as your employees' emotions will help you to be a more effective, more compassionate, and an even more successful leader! Unlock a blueprint to creating and having your ideal business and ideal life by scheduling your free consultation with me today!  Want more proven business success tips and resources? Of course you do…. Subscribe to my blog by going to www.acountabilitycoach.com/blog.  Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™I'm the author of many books, including Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, and the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Support the showIf you would like help sticking to your goals, so you can make more money and work less, and ultimately enjoy having your ideal business and ideal life, reach out to me today to schedule your complimentary consultation. Want more business success tips and resources? Subscribe to my blog by going to www.acountabilitycoach.com/blog. As an experienced accountability coach and author of 5 books, I help business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy even better work life balance. Check out my proven business accelerator resources by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/.

Today we are talking about Tip #2 for helping you have a “winning” attitude, which is to give yourself daily pep talks.  Sometimes, the strongest positive voice is your own! Take some time each day to look into the mirror and to give yourself a pep talk. Tell yourself that you can do anything that you set your mind to, and remind yourself not to give up. Some people have affirmations they say out loud every day and that makes a big difference for how they start and finish their day. It might sound a bit cheesy, but building confidence and a winning attitude is going to require you to BELIEVE in yourself… and one of the best ways to accomplish this is to speak it out loud! Tune in tomorrow for Tip #3 for helping you to have a “winning” attitude. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about Tip #1 for helping you have a “winning” attitude, which is to think about your strong points. A quick assessment of your strong points can often be enough to deter negative thoughts, especially if you allow yourself to be honest. As a successful professional, you have a WIDE range of qualities that you deserve to be proud of, and part of having a winning attitude is about focusing on your strong points as opposed to your weaknesses.  To help you determine some of your strong points, if you want some assistance, feel free to check out the Kolbe Index (https://www.kolbe.com/), Discover Your Strengths or Strengths Finder 2.0, and the High 5 Test (https://high5test.com/),in addition to many other assessments that can be of value to you in honing in on your strengths.   Tune in tomorrow for Tip #2 for helping you to have a “winning” attitude. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Do you want to be great and more successful? If “HECK YES!”, then check this out! Listen to my Podcast Interview with Madelaine Weiss, Author of Getting To GreatI know you will find my guest to have valuable insight and ideas about how to be more ‘mindful', so that we are in charge of our mindset and beliefs instead of them being in charge of us.  Madelaine is a Licensed Psychotherapist and Board-Certified Executive-Career-Life Coach with an MBA. She is a former mental health practice director, corporate chief organizational development officer, educational resource program associate director at Harvard Medical School, and bestselling author of Getting to G.R.E.A.T. 5-Step Strategy for Work and Life. Subscribe and get new episodes as they are released.Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™The Results Accelerator™  Get a daily Accountability Minute single, simple, doable idea, so you can start your day off on the "right foot", by subscribing to The Accountability Minute at https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ or you can find The Accountability Minute on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.  Support the showIf you would like help sticking to your goals, so you can make more money and work less, and ultimately enjoy having your ideal business and ideal life, reach out to me today to schedule your complimentary consultation. Want more business success tips and resources? Subscribe to my blog by going to www.acountabilitycoach.com/blog. As an experienced accountability coach and author of 5 books, I help business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy even better work life balance. Check out my proven business accelerator resources by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/.

Having a winning attitude is essential to being successful. Theodore Roosevelt once said ‘Believe YOU CAN and you are half way there'. A lot of times, we end up defeating ourselves before we begin by having a negative outlook on what is going on. We sometimes tend to look at opportunities and only see roadblocks, or see only a glass that is ‘half empty' as opposed to ‘half full'.  Having a ‘winning attitude' is all about how we view the world around us. It can be very easy to only see problems when we face hard times and new challenges, and yet the most successful people in the world have always shown that outlook plays a huge part in how successful you are.  So how can you have a winning attitude, even in the face of adversity? Well, over the next 5 days we will be exploring 5 tips that might help point you in the right direction. Following 5 these tips will get you well on your way to defeating that negative frame of mind that threatens to dampen your spirits and discourage you when times get tough.  So, tune in tomorrow for Tip #1. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about idea #7 of the 7 ideas for how to engage and motivate your staff, which is to Create a Stimulating Environment. It's okay to have a little fun once in a while.  You will find that 30 minutes once a week engaged in some sort of competitive game, competition or quiz will repay itself 10-fold in productivity by increasing employees' self-worth and therefore their motivation. Schedule games for the end of the day, so your staff can leave the office with a renewed sense of well-being. Another alternative could be “casual dress Fridays” or the opportunity to leave work 15 minutes early thrown in from time to time.  Add any or all of these 7 ideas that we have explored over the past 7 days into your business to help you increase the motivation of your staff, so you can experience even better results from each one of them. They will appreciate you thinking enough of them and their abilities to implement these in your organization.   Remember to download my complimentary support team performance assessment, so you can customize it for each of your team members by going to https://bit.ly/SupportTeamAssessment. This can be used as a great communication and expectations resource. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™  

Today we are talking about idea #6 for how to engage and motivate your staff, which is to Invest in Staff Training. Staff  members feel valued when you spend the money and time investing in their knowledge and skills.  Regular staff training sessions, seminars and group training experiences not only improves your employees' skills, they also enhance your employees' motivational levels by improving their self-esteem. Tune in tomorrow for Idea #7 for how to engage and motivate your staff.   Download my complimentary support team performance assessment, so you can customize it for each of your team members by going to https://bit.ly/SupportTeamAssessment. This can be used as a great communication and expectations resource. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about idea #5 for how to engage and motivate your staff, which is to Communicate Openly and Honestly. Staff who are kept “in the loop” are more likely to remain motivated than those who have no idea what is going on. A great leader and manager always maintains open channels of communication, so his or her staff feels comfortable about discussing any relevant issues. Inappropriate behavioral practices as well as the need for conflict resolution can be kept to a minimum if managers maintain an open-door policy. Tune in tomorrow for Idea #6 for how to engage and motivate your staff.   Download my complimentary support team performance assessment, so you can customize it for each of your team members by going to https://bit.ly/SupportTeamAssessment. This can be used as a great communication tool. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about idea #4 for how to engage and motivate your staff, which is to Lead by Example. A good leader must illustrate to his or her employees the correct procedures and processes required. If you want your staff to arrive at work on time, then you will need to follow suit. If you want your staff to dress in a certain manner, then you will need to follow suit. If you want your staff to create and follow processes and systems, then you will need to follow suit. Lead constructively by being a great role model, so staff knows what is expected of them. Tune in tomorrow for Idea #5 for how to engage and motivate your staff.    Download my complimentary support team performance assessment, so you can customize it for each of your team members by going to https://bit.ly/SupportTeamAssessment. This can be used as a great communication and expectations resource. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Your business is scaling, which is fantastic! It means that your business is successful and growing, as is your team. And it's more important now than ever to preserve your company's culture, or what made it so great in the first place. A symptom of rapid expansion can be feeling like the spirit of the company is not the same as it once was. With more people joining your team, they can have an impact on the overall culture of the company. More individual personalities means more voices, and the core set of values that you once established may be lost among the noise. Scaling your business doesn't mean you need to choose between success and a strong company culture—in fact, if your culture is well-defined, many of your new hires will echo those values and uphold them as they help you grow your business. Let's explore four ways to preserve your company culture as your team continues to grow and you scale your business.How much of your company culture you preserve as you scale depends on how much you care about it. Preserve your company culture as you scale by being an example of your company values, hiring to fit company culture, and adapting as the company grows while maintaining the core of who your business is.  Get your daily Accountability Minute shot of a single, simple, doable idea, so you can start your day off on the "right foot". You can find The Accountability Minute on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ as well as on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries.I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.  Support the showIf you would like help sticking to your goals, so you can make more money and work less, and ultimately enjoy having your ideal business and ideal life, reach out to me today to schedule your complimentary consultation. Want more business success tips and resources? Subscribe to my blog by going to www.acountabilitycoach.com/blog. As an experienced accountability coach and author of 5 books, I help business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy even better work life balance. Check out my proven business accelerator resources by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/.

Today we are talking about idea #3 for how to engage and motivate your staff, which is to Chart a Career Path. The majority of employees have a perceived career path they would like to follow.  Not only is it vital as a manager and leader to be aware of the staff member's vision for the future, it is also important to clearly define how management views their career path. The qualities and expectations required by the employee to achieve their career goals must also be clearly defined. Tune in tomorrow for Idea #4 for how to engage and motivate your staff.   Download my complimentary support team performance assessment, so you can customize it for each of your team members by going to https://bit.ly/SupportTeamAssessment. This can be used as a great communication and expectations resource. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about idea #2 for how to engage and motivate your staff, which is to Share the Vision you have for your firm's growth. Employees are seen to be more motivated when they believe their contribution is making an impact on the overall success of the organization. So, it is important to share the company's mission statement and vision with the entire staff. By allowing them to share in any improvements and successes the company experiences, you ensure they feel like an integral part of the team. Tune in tomorrow for Idea #3 for how to engage and motivate your staff.   Download my complimentary support team performance assessment, so you can customize it for each of your team members by going to https://bit.ly/SupportTeamAssessment. This can be used as a great communication and expectations resource. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about idea #1 for how to engage and motivate your staff, which is to Reward Immediately and Frequently. In a study, one of the primary influences that affected the motivation of employees was recognition and reward. It was shown that small rewards offered frequently and as soon as possible after the performance had the most impact.  So, the gift of two tickets to the cinema was more rewarding than the promise of a promotion at some indeterminate time in the future. Conversely, inappropriate or incorrect behavior must be noted as soon as it becomes evident. While it was noted, rewards are seen as more motivational when given in the presence of other team members, bringing a staff member to account for an oversight or error is best performed in private. As a leader it is important to check for improvement in a timely manner and compliment employees if a positive change is evident. Otherwise, staff may be left wondering why they should bother if changes are not acknowledged. Tune in tomorrow for Idea #2 for how to engage and motivate your staff.   Download your complimentary support team performance assessment, so you can customize it for each of your team members by going to https://bit.ly/SupportTeamAssessment. This can be used as a great communication and expectations resource. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Sarah gets to work at the same time every day. She sits down at her desk and starts doodling on her desk pad, playing computer games, surfing the internet, or texting friends. Unless she is interrupted by a phone call or correspondence that requires her urgent attention, you know she will spend the bulk of her day doodling on her note pad, playing computer games, surfing the internet, or texting friends. So why is it that the only thing that appears to motivate Sarah is the clock ticking over during the last 15 minutes of her office day? Sarah is not unlike hundreds of thousands of other employees. She is, or has become, one of the “unmotivated masses”.  Luckily, the success of your organization isn't dependent on the singular input of employees like Sarah, but what needs to happen to generate a positive and motivational environment for all your employees (virtual or in house), Sarah included? As a business leader, the most important lesson you can learn about motivating staff is that what motivates you may not necessarily motivate Sarah or any of the other employees you are responsible for. Motivation means different things to different people. As a leader and manager, it is an integral part of your role to observe and learn what inspires and motivates each and every member of your team. Over the next 7 days we will explore 7 Ideas for How to Engage and Motivate Your Staff. So, tune in tomorrow for Idea #1.   Download your complimentary support team performance assessment, so you can customize it for each of your team members by going to https://bit.ly/SupportTeamAssessment. This can be used as a great communication and expectations resource. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about change number 6 of the 6 easy changes you can do to increase your success, which is to Communicate Effectively. You can NEVER be too effective at communicating! Learning how to read people, how to relate to them, how to build relationships with them, and how to win them over is going to be incredibly important… so take communication seriously. Be willing to adapt and to change how you relate to people as you learn more about doing so. If you are not willing to make the simple choice to grow in this area, then you will have a hard time moving past your current success level.  Successful businesspeople have told me how important it is to consistently build strong relationships and nurture them. Download 2 great articles on Effective Communication by going to https://bit.ly/communication-articles. Over the past 6 days we have explored 6 changes to help you increase your success and take your business to your next level. Making one or two small adjustments is often enough to spur a lot of change in your business and your life, so try to think of one or two areas where you would benefit the most from making some changes. Then, commit to these changes, and work towards the next level of success as you adapt to meet the new challenges in your life.  Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about change number 5 that you can do to increase your success, which is to Set and Update Your Goals. Since you have already achieved success in your own right, you doubtlessly know the importance of effective goal setting. You also need to remember that it can be easy to grow lax in this area after you have made your first $100,000 or even 500,000. You are no longer fighting to pay your rent or to put food on the table, which can cause you to forget to update your goals and create a game plan to achieve them.  Make sure that your goals are current, and that you are actively pursuing them. Realizing that you want to go to your next level is one thing…  making the necessary changes and setting believable stretch goals is another. By doing this, you will start your success process all over again. Once you achieve THESE stretch goals, you will be at a place that is even better than where you are now. How great will that be?  --Michael Korda, British novelist said: “One way to keep momentum going is to have constantly greater goals." Tune in tomorrow for change number 6 to help you increase your success. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about change number 4 that you can do to increase your success, which is to Adopt Healthy Habits.  This is an easy change that can really affect your performance, your outlook, and your level of success. Adopting healthy habits is a change that might take a while to get used to (especially if you are used to somewhat unhealthy ones), but it is a change that is going to affect you in a lot of positive ways. Some healthy changes to consider might be… 1.      Going to bed earlier2.      Getting more sleep at night3.      Eating healthier foods4.      Getting more exercise5.      Cutting out snacks after 8pm6.      Quitting smoking7.      Meditating Tune in tomorrow for change number 5 to help you increase your success. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Your success relies, at least in part, on you spending your time wisely. As a successful businessperson, you no-doubt realize that time is the most precious commodity that you could possibly possess. You also know that moving to the next stage of success will only be possible when you continue to permeate your life with good habits that will help you to make the most of your time. Good habits are an asset that every successful person has to develop… but doing so is not always easy, as you already know. Developing great habits can be challenging, especially when old habits threaten to rise up again during times of weakness. Therefore, we are exploring 5 tips for developing and keeping great habits. This list will help to remind you of what it takes to create those great habits, and it will also help you to keep from falling back into your old routines that aren't serving you.  What Can I Do?Start by sitting down and following these 5 steps to outline new and productive habits for yourself. Good habits can make you more successful by helping you to feel better about yourself, and by helping you to optimize your time… both of which are incredible advantages when it comes to moving further ahead in business and in life.  Get your daily Accountability Minute shot of a single, simple, doable idea, so you can start your day off on the "right foot". You can find The Accountability Minute on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ as well as on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries.I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.  Support the showIf you would like help sticking to your goals, so you can make more money and work less, and ultimately enjoy having your ideal business and ideal life, reach out to me today to schedule your complimentary consultation. Want more business success tips and resources? Subscribe to my blog by going to www.acountabilitycoach.com/blog. As an experienced accountability coach and author of 5 books, I help business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy even better work life balance. Check out my proven business accelerator resources by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/.

Today we are talking about change number 3 that you can do to increase your success, which is to Have a Positive Outlook. Speaking of encouragement and positivity, having a positive outlook on your situation can be a great way to invite further success for you and your business. Being negative and looking down on yourself or on how things are going can drastically affect your performance, which is why making a conscious choice to be more positive is essential to getting to your next level of success. If you ever want to move forward and realize your true, fullest potential, you are going to have to find a way within yourself to become a truly positive individual. I believe you can still have your occasional five-minute 'pity party' and then move onward and upward. – Larry Hargraves said: "You can't always change your situation, but you can always change your attitude."        Tune in tomorrow for change number 4 to help you increase your success. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about change number 2 that you can do to increase your success, which is to Spend More Time with People Who Are More Successful Than Yourself. This is a great habit for anyone looking to get to their next level. Have you ever heard the phrase ‘birds of a feather flock together'? Well, as it turns out, this phrase is not only true of birds, but also of successful people! You will almost never see super-successful people hanging out with negative, unsuccessful people… which is exactly why this is a habit that you should adopt. Spending more time with people who are more successful than you, will help you to see the bigger picture, and will help you to realize that you CAN accomplish anything you put your mind to, as long as you surround yourself with encouragement and positivity.  Tune in tomorrow for change number 3 to help you increase your success. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about change number 1 that you can do to increase your success, which is to Cut Out Distractions. Distractions come in many sizes, shapes, and forms… but all of them have one thing in common. In short, they waste the most valuable commodity that you will ever possess: time. Your time is everything. You only have so much of it every day, and what you do with it directly impacts how successful you become… which is exactly why cutting out distractions is going to make a HUGE difference for you down the road.  Isolating your distractions might seem challenging, but you can usually find them by asking yourself this question… What are the biggest wastes of time in my life?  By answering this question truthfully, you will usually arrive at the biggest distractions that you face on a day to day basis. Figuring out what distracts you the most can help you to avoid it during the day, which can add up to more hours for you at the end of the week! This is time that you can spend directly investing yourself into greater future success! – Mark Victor Hansen said: "Focused mind power is one of the strongest forces on earth."  Tune in tomorrow for change number 2 to help you increase your success. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Sometimes, becoming more successful than you already are is not as difficult as you might think. In a lot of ways, overcoming the next milestone and getting yourself to your next level is really all about making choices for small changes. These small changes can add up to BIG things, especially if you stay consistent and continue to make small, positive adjustments to the way that you do things.  Over the next 6 days, we are exploring 6 easy changes that you can make in your life that could very well add up to making you an even more successful person. Just because you are already successful doesn't mean that you have to stop where you are at now, does it? Getting to your next level could be easier than you think! So, tune in tomorrow for change number 1 to help you increase your success. Subscribe to my high-value proven business success tips and resources Blog (https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/blog/)  Want more from The Accountability Coach™, subscribe to more high-value content by looking for me on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/my-podcast/ and on most podcast platforms and in most English-speaking countries, or by going to https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/accountabilitycoach.com/id290547573.  Take advantage of all the complimentary business tips and tools by joining the Free Silver Membership on https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/inner-circle-store/.  Go to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com to check out for yourself how I, as your Accountability Coach™, can help you get and stay focused on you highest payoff activities that put you in the highest probability position to achieve your professional and personal goals, so you can enjoy the kind of business and life you truly want and deserve.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are going to talk about step #5 of the 5 steps you can take right away to get you closer to achieving your goals, which is to Track Your Progress. It's easier to be persistent when you can see how far you've come.  Track your progress and achievements, so you can see how much closer you're getting with every step forward. The road to success isn't always easy - but it isn't always hard either.  There may be times when you have to talk yourself through periods of self-doubt, and there will definitely be times when you defy the odds.  Never, never give up because there is always a way to achieve your goals and experience the life and business you truly desire. Every action of every day between now and your goal achievement counts.  Take action, bring your best, find solutions to your obstacles, and say “Next!” to your rejections.  Feel good about how far you've come and be persistent until you achieve your goals! – Daniel Webster said: "There is always room at the top."  Implement all or some of the 5 steps we have discussed over the past 5 days, so that you accelerate the achievement of your goals – personal and professional. In my opinion, Persistence Does Pay Off!  Let me know how else I can help you on your goal achievement journey, so you can enjoy your ideal business and ideal life.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about step #4 that you can take right away, to get you closer to achieving your goals, which is to Learn to Say “Next!”. Don't take rejections personally; they are nothing more than the natural process of weeding out the sub-prime opportunities.  You're on the road to success and want to put your energies toward something that will be ideal for all parties involved - including you.  The right opportunity will be met with an enthusiastic “Yes"! Tune in tomorrow for Step #5 to help you get closer to achieving your goals. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about step #3 that you can take right away to get you closer to achieving your goals, which is to Remain Objective About Your Obstacles. Don't get emotional about the obstacles in front of you.  Remember, there is always a way, and your success is inevitable.  You just have to figure out how to move over, around, or under your challenges. At one point, JK Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter book series was on welfare and so broke that she wrote her story on pub napkins.  She could have easily given up on writing, but she was persistent in her passion.  She finished the first Harry Potter novel, found a literary agent and went to work marketing her book.  Today, she is one of the wealthiest women in the world, with a net worth of about $1 billion dollars. Tune in tomorrow for Step #4 to help you get closer to achieving your goals. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Persistence is sort of like a ‘magic word' when it comes to success. Persistence is basically the repetition or continuation of behavior, and it is an absolutely essential part of business. As a successful business owner, you no doubt have at least a pretty good idea of what it takes to be persistent, though it never hurts to revisit a subject that is very important.  The whole idea of persistence revolves around the fact that motivation has a tendency to wax and wane a bit as time goes by. Persistence is a behavior that can be learned, and it is also a behavior which will render this troublesome waxing and waning of your motivation harmless in the long run, which is why it is so instrumental to expanding your current level of success. However, since persistence is an attribute of longevity, it can take some strength of mind and some psychological fortitude to really believe in it enough to make a commitment to practice it day after day. Now, we are going to discuss 4 steps to building persistent behavior. Following these steps will help you with the process of more consistently being a persistent person so you can experience even better results. Every day, remind yourself that persistence is an absolute necessity. Without it, any business will flounder and possibly even fail. If you find yourself lacking persistence, then keep taking each of these four steps, one at a time. Taking a proactive approach to solving this problem is by far the best way to deal with it, and these steps forward are a perfect way to get started! I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Support the showIf you would like help sticking to your goals, so you can make more money and work less, and ultimately enjoy having your ideal business and ideal life, reach out to me today to schedule your complimentary consultation. Want more business success tips and resources? Subscribe to my blog by going to www.acountabilitycoach.com/blog. As an experienced accountability coach and author of 5 books, I help business professionals make more money, work less, and enjoy even better work life balance. Check out my proven business accelerator resources by going to https://www.accountabilitycoach.com/coaching-store/.

Today we are talking about step #2 that you can take right away to get you closer to achieving your goals, which is to Keep Showing Up.  If you believe in what you're doing, just keep showing up.  You never know when your breakthrough opportunity will appear, so bring your best to every situation.  When the right opportunity appears, you'll be ready! Did you know that Allyson Felix made it to the Olympics in just over one year.  With an intense training schedule of five to six hours per day, her persistence paid off.  By the end of her training season in 2003, she had broken many records, including one set by Olympic Gold Medalist, Marion Jones.  At the 2004 Olympics, she won the Silver Medal by running a 22.18 in the 200-meter race.  Amazingly, she did all of this while being a high-school senior and a freshman college student. She is a great example of someone who kept showing up every day, so she could realize her dreams.  Tune in tomorrow for Step #3 to help you get closer to achieving your goals.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about step #1 that you can take right away to get you closer to achieving your goals, which is to Take Measurable Actions - Every Day! Persistence takes action.  Take at least 3 actions every day that support your goal achievement.  If you need funding for your venture, then get on the phone and find an investor.  If you want to lose weight, then eat well and exercise.  If you want a new job, then take steps to make yourself a prime job candidate for the right company.  Consistent action and persistence pays off. Tune in tomorrow for Step #2 to help you get closer to achieving your goals. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Persistence is to success as excuses are to failure.  Never, never give up - there is always a way. If you want more, you WILL find a way, because there always IS a way.  With persistence and consistent action you WILL make it happen.  If you don't believe me, here are some examples. Did you know that Thomas Edison had over 10,000 failed attempts to create the light bulb before he was successful?  His persistence was as valuable as his invention.  10,000 failed attempts and look what he created!  Even if you're not out to change the world, what could you create with an unresolved persistence? You've probably heard of Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen, and their best-selling book series, Chicken Soup for the Soul.  Did you know they marketed the original books to over 130 publishers, over a two-year period before a struggling publisher agreed to publish it.  That's two years of phone calls, foot-peddling and persistence that started a best-selling book series.  The authors knew the value of the book, it came down to making it known to the right publisher.  Once the publisher saw the value, they knew what the benefits would be.  Their first book went on to sell 8 million copies in 39 languages.  And to date, the series has sold more than 100 million copies in over 45 languages. There are thousands of examples of ordinary people achieving extraordinary goals; these are just a few examples of how persistence paid off.  Achieving your goals requires you to take consistent action, be persistent, and maintain a resolve to simply not give up.  Over the next 5 days we will explore 5 steps you can take right away to get you closer to achieving your goals, so tune in tomorrow for Step #1. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

What got you to where you are today probably isn't going to be what takes you where you ultimately want to go. Your thoughts, actions, and activities have to change to move you closer to your goals.  You might be surprised to discover that getting where you want to be might not require as much change as you fear. Remember: all results come from having the discipline to follow through and not procrastinate. Just because you are willing to do something doesn't mean you will. Do you want to achieve your goals and dreams badly enough to do what is required to reach them?  If so, what will you do differently, better, or not do in order to reshape your thoughts, activities, and actions to move you closer to the achievement of your goals and within the timeframe you set?   I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about Strategy #5 of the 5 strategies for Managing Personal Change which is to Be Flexible! Changes don't always occur the way we imagined. You may encounter curve-balls and forks in the road you weren't expecting.  Give yourself enough latitude to readjust for the unexpected.  Neal Maxwell said, “It is not the years but the changes that make us grow.”   Over the past 5 days, we have explored 5 strategies for personal change. Don't waste time and energy fighting the inevitable. Learn to see change as a new adventure on the road through life and embrace the future! Start today with being a master of change, so you can accelerate your business results.  Let me know if there is ever anything I can do to be of service to you on your goal achievement journey. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about Strategy #4 for Managing Personal Change which is to Look after Yourself. Change, no matter how big or small, requires a healthy mind and a healthy body. Change doesn't have to occur overnight – it may take weeks, even months, or years, to make the necessary changes to get to your next level of success.  Take care of yourself. Eat regularly, consistently get some exercise, breathe, get enough sleep, and make time to relax and acknowledge how far you've come. You can't be at peak performance all day every day if you don't look after yourself. Tune in tomorrow for Strategy #5 for Managing Personal Change.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™ 

Today we are talking about Strategy #3 for Managing Personal Change which is to Clarify Your Commitment. Change requires commitment and self-discipline. You won't always get it right the first time, so you've got to find the strength and purpose to get back up and try again. You'll find the reward is worth it. Tune in tomorrow for Strategy #4 for Managing Personal Change. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about Strategy #2 for Managing Personal Change which is to Nullify the Negatives. Be honest and ask yourself what is it that's holding you back? What beliefs are you clinging to which prevent you from moving forward? What is the worst possible outcome you could experience from change? Once you take a realistic and logical look at the reasons why you are resisting change, you will find most of them are unrealistic and illogical. Tune in tomorrow for Strategy #3 for Managing Personal Change.  I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about Strategy #1 for Managing Personal Change which is to Focus on the Positives. Change generally results in a positive outcome. Rather than focus on feelings you may be experiencing like insecurity, discomfort or anxiety, concentrate instead on how the new experience will enhance your current situation. Imagine yourself once the changes have taken place and think about how good they will make you feel. Imagine yourself feeling re-energized, optimistic, excited, and exhilarated. Tune in tomorrow for Strategy #2 for Managing Personal Change.   I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Progress requires change, so we must develop change strategies that reduce our resistance and allow us to view change with a positive and constructive attitude. Although the majority of us initially react to change with feelings of anxiety and disorientation, most of us are able, over time, to respond with a more favorable and positive mindset. After all, 9 times out of 10, change brings about new opportunities to improve your position, your wellbeing, your environment, and your circumstances. Occasionally change is precipitated by destructive, stressful circumstances like divorce, death, or natural disasters. When a catastrophic change occurs, most people require time and support to enable them to deal with the grieving process before they can adapt to the new changes that have been thrust upon them.  But like our response to grief, our response to change varies, depending on our inherent qualities and attitudes. So, what coping mechanisms can we put in place to ensure we embrace change with a positive attitude and a sense of excitement in the possibilities? Over the next 5 days we will review 5 Strategies for Managing Personal Change, so, tune in tomorrow for Strategy #1.   I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about a checklist of five items to consider when you want to be an even more effective communicator.1.      Are you giving the listener what he or she wants and needs? If someone asks you a question, do you give a full and complete answer or is the asker left with more questions? 2.      Are you a problem solver for the person you're talking with? If someone comes to you for an answer to a problem, be the problem-solver, or point that person in the direction of the person who is better-suited to answer their question. 3.      Be mindful of the way in which you're speaking to others. Don't holler. Don't stand too close. Don't berate the speaker for his or her views if they differ from your own.4.      Be emotionally intelligent. Emotional intelligence is the way in which you “read the vibe of the room.” Be aware of how others are feeling and reacting to what you and others are saying. If you feel emotions rising, do what you can to defuse the situation and more effectively communicate. 5.      Listening is key to be an effective communicator. Don't let your thoughts wander when you're speaking with someone. Be in the moment and give that person your undivided attention. Are you a good listener? Are you an effective communicator? Do you believe your communication skills are furthering, or hurting your business endeavors? What will you integrate into your communication to enhance it, from this day forward?  Now implement! For more help with growing your business and accelerating your results, reach out to me today and schedule your complimentary consultation. For additional help with communication, download 2 great articles on Effective Communication by going to https://bit.ly/communication-articles. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about tip #7 of the 7 tips on how to improve your communication skills which is When you are an effective communicator, you are helping your company grow to your next level of success. Effective communication starts with knowing what you want to achieve and being able to articulate this vision in a way that inspires and motivates others. Recognizing that people have diverse preferences in how they receive information can make your communication even more effective. When you have a lack of communication or a roadblock to open lines of communication, the organization can lose business. Take some time to review your own personal communication skills and see if you can spot areas where you need to improve and then take steps to improve. Use one, two, or all the tips we have talked about over the past 7 days to help you.Tune in tomorrow for a checklist to help you improve your communication. For more help with communication, download 2 great articles on Effective Communication by going to https://bit.ly/communication-articles. I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™

Today we are talking about tip #6 on how to improve your communication skills which is to Look at every business communication as a way to build relationships. Every interaction in the business world is an opportunity to strengthen relationships, whether it's with colleagues, clients, or stakeholders. By approaching communication with the intent to connect and add value, you create a foundation of trust and mutual respect that can lead to long-term partnerships and even greater success. This mindset transforms routine exchanges into meaningful interactions, fostering a network of supportive and collaborative relationships. Off-color jokes and misinformation will not build relationships, and it might even cause the listener to put up mental barriers that will prevent him or her from truly listening to the rest of your conversation. For more help with communication, download 2 great articles on Effective Communication by going to https://bit.ly/communication-articles. Tune in tomorrow for tip #7 on how to improve your communication skills.   I'm the author of many books, including, Excuses Don't Count; Results Rule, Live Life with No Regrets, No Excuses, The Guide to Stopping Procrastination, The Power of Visualization, My Gratitude Journal, the Work Life Balance Emergency Kit, and The Roadmap To Success with Stephen Covey and Ken Blanchard, and more.   Aim for what you want each and every day!  Anne BachrachThe Accountability Coach™