Share Your Progress with Someone You Trust
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Last week, we focused on setting up weekly check-ins with an accountability partner to keep you aligned with your goals. This week, we expand on the idea of accountability by sharing your progress with someone you trust. By opening up about your achievements and challenges, you will gain fresh perspectives and reinforce your commitment to your business goals.
Why Sharing Your Progress Matters
Sharing your progress is a powerful motivator. It creates a sense of responsibility and encourages you to stay focused.
Here is why it works:
Clarity: Explaining your progress to someone else helps solidify your understanding of where you stand.
Support: Trusted individuals can offer encouragement and constructive feedback.
Motivation: Knowing someone is invested in your success can drive you to keep moving forward.
When you share your journey, you strengthen your resolve and invite valuable insights.
Step 1: Choose the Right Person to Share With
Not everyone will understand or support your business goals, so it is important to be selective.
Qualities to Look For:
Someone who is supportive and genuinely interested in your success.
A person who can provide honest, constructive feedback.
Someone you trust to respect your confidentiality.
Examples:
A mentor or coach.
A business peer or networking group member.
A close friend or family member who understands your entrepreneurial journey.
Step 2: Be Clear About What You Are Sharing
When sharing your progress, focus on the most important details.
Key Areas to Cover:
Achievements: Highlight your wins, no matter how small.
Challenges: Be open about obstacles you have faced.
Next Steps: Share what you plan to do next to stay on track.
Pro Tip:
Prepare a short summary of your progress beforehand to ensure you cover everything clearly and concisely.
Step 3: Ask for Feedback or Input
Sharing isn’t just about talking; it is also an opportunity to listen and learn.
How to Get the Most Out of Feedback:
Be Open-Minded: Consider different perspectives without becoming defensive.
Ask Specific Questions: For example, “What would you do differently in this situation?”
Take Notes: Capture key points so you can reflect and take action later.
Pro Tip:
End the conversation by thanking the person for their time and support. Let them know how much their input means to you.
This Week’s Challenge
Choose someone you trust and share your progress
Be open about your successes and challenges
Invite their feedback
After the conversation, take a moment to reflect on their insights and how they can help you move forward.
