Want to Succeed Faster? Stop Lying to Yourself

By: A Staff Writer

Updated on: Sep 02, 2024

Want to Succeed Faster? Stop Lying to Yourself.

We’re masters of making excuses. Why we missed a deadline, didn’t hit our goals, etc. That BS keeps you stuck.

With no boss to answer to, it’s tempting to let things slide, then blame external forces for our lack of progress.

• Progress, not perfection: Accountability is about owning where you messed up, fixing it, and getting better over time.
• Prevents procrastination: Knowing you have to report back on your actions creates built-in motivation.
• Identifies blind spots: Patterns of “why” things didn’t work out might reveal a bigger fix needed than just trying harder.
• Celebrate the wins: Accountability isn’t just about failure, it’s about acknowledging milestones most solopreneurs forget to do.
• Attracts the right people: Clients, partners…they want to work with reliable people who take ownership.
• It builds inner trust: The more accountable you are to yourself, the higher your self-confidence becomes.

What goal have you been making excuses about lately?

Pick ONE small step you can take TODAY to move it forward, and set a reminder to actually do it.