There is one reason most resolutions fail! But not for you. Not this year! You’re hungry for changes that last. You’re eager to kick life into gear. You’re ready to rise to the next level. No more same as usual. Hooyah! Yet, you know that according to researcher Richard Wiseman, 88% of New Year’s resolutions fail! With 50% of Americans making resolutions, that’s 156 million disappointed folks. But you will not fail. Why? Because you know the secret to success. The “A” word! Let’s remind ourselves of it.
To make resolutions come true, to make changes that last, to reverse old habits, to live out new patterns, to see real transformation, to actually achieve behavior modification, you need one essential thing.
- Being specific (verses abstract) with your goals helps, but is not enough.
- Shooting for tiny baby steps (verses biting off something too big) helps, but is not enough.
- Focusing on behaviors (verses outcomes) is helpful, but is not enough.
- Good intentions are not enough.
- Writing it down is not enough.
- Will power is not enough. (Don’t fight me on this. It’s not!)
So what is the one thing that makes the big difference? What is the secret that successful change-agents know? It’s accountability! Not just posting your resolution on the bathroom mirror, not just telling a friend about your goals, and not just praying to the good Lord. Most resolutions fail because most people don’t have real accountability!
Successful Resolutions coming from real life, tangible, practical, in-your-face, intentional accountability. Coaches gives that accountability! Get the “A” working for you. Whether a Weight-watchers Coach, a Fitness Coach, a Business Coach, or a Life Coach, if you’re serious this year about real change, get serious with some in-your-grill accountability—not just from a well-meaning spouse, a well-intentioned friend, or a well-known colleague, but from a coach.
Throw away your rabbit’s foot, your horoscope, your four-leaf clover, and your wish bone. A coach knows your dog didn’t eat your homework. A coach won’t tolerate your pouting, your excuses, and your whining. Can I be candid? A coach won’t collude with your B.S.. Get a qualified man-maker who will help you to get it done. Happy New Year!