How to commit to daily actions & long term goals

We all want to accomplish BIG goals and take the consistent actions necessary to achieve them.

But even the most disciplined people will agree, this is one of the hardest things to actually do.

So how do you REALLY commit to something… without giving up or falling off track?

A new habit... a specific routine... or kicking an old bad habit to the curb.

The answer is found in my #1 Commitment Hack:

Create a visible reminder of your commitment that you see constantly.

The easiest version of this is a sticky note on your computer monitor…

That you’ll see every time you sit down to work.

Or on your bathroom mirror, which stands out even more because it’s out of place…

Making it a great way to really push yourself on something (although your partner may ask you to take it down after a little while).

Another example…

A few years ago changed my email signature to:

Success Loves Speed,

Craig Ballantyne

So now every time I write an email…

I’m reminding myself (and the reader) to act fast.

I truly believe “success loves speed”...

But for a while I found myself saying it to others without acting accordingly in my own life.

The daily reminder from my email signature “forces” me to act congruently.

And believe it or not...

That simple email signature has led to personal and financial growth…

And changed my life for the better.

I encourage you to take this idea and change your own email signature to something that reminds you to do better.

Or...

Put a health mantra on the refrigerator door...

Put your #1 goal on the home screen of your phone...

Tape a sticky note with a power phrase on your laptop.

Whatever it is you’re trying to commit to or achieve…

Constant reminders pay off!

Success Loves Speed,

Craig

PS - If you’re ready to 2X your income (or more) while working 10 less hours per week...

... Just REPLY to this email with the words “2X 10 LESS” and we'll set up a time to chat with you to find out if we can help.

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