From the course: How to Set Boundaries and Protect Your Time
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How to stay accountable
From the course: How to Set Boundaries and Protect Your Time
How to stay accountable
- An accountability buddy can be an amazing tool to help you stay on track, as I mentioned earlier in this course. But it's not the only one. I'm going to lay out three tactics so you can choose the best option and stay committed to your boundaries. First, make a list of all the benefits you've gained since you started saying no or not right now. This was very clear to me when I said no to a coworker's wedding invitation. I know, it's so hard to say no to those things, yet I did it quickly and decisively. And guess what, it felt great, and I was able to see a Broadway show with my mother on that day instead. To me, that was an excellent decision, and I'm glad that I did it. The second tactic for sticking to your boundaries is telling someone. If you do this, you're more likely to stick to it because now you're on the hook to someone else, not just yourself. You want to show them you're successful and hold your…
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