152: Struggling to Stay Consistent? Get an Accountability Buddy

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Feel like you’re constantly falling off track with your goals?

You don’t need more motivation, you need a system that helps you follow through. In today’s Thrive in 5, I’m breaking down the power of an accountability buddy, how it changes the game, and how to set one up without pressure or perfection.

What we cover:

• Why accountability works when willpower wears off
• How to choose someone who matches your energy and rhythm
• The low-pressure system for weekly or biweekly check-ins
• Your next step to make it real today

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Episode Transcript

(00:00):
Trying to stay on track withyour goals, but losing momentum
in this Thrive in Five.
I'll share why having anaccountability buddy can be a
game changer for your goals.
And how to find one that fitsyour rhythm, schedule and
success path.

(00:41):
Let's talk about one of the mostpowerful motivation tools.
You're probably not using anaccountability buddy.
You can have all the planners,time blocks, goal sheets in the
world, but when someone else isexpecting you to show up, that's
when things get real.
And here's why accountabilityworks and how to build into your
routine.
Number one.
It adds a layer of externalcommitment.

(01:03):
We're more likely to followthrough when someone else is
counting on us.
This doesn't mean pressure, itmeans support.
Knowing you, check in with afriend, mentor, or coach creates
just enough urgency to do thething.
Even on the days you don't feellike it, you also get a real
time perspective andencouragement.
Sometimes we're too close to ourown progress to see it.

(01:24):
A good accountability buddyoften reminds you of how far you
come.
Offers feedback when needed, andhelps you troubleshoot.
When you're stuck, they'llcelebrate your wins and call you
forward when you're playingsmall, accountability buddies
help you stay more consistent,even when motivation dips.
Accountability is not aboutperfection.
It is about progress.

(01:44):
The simple act of checking inregularly, even if it's just
once a week, keeps your goalsfront of mind and your habits
active, and when you slip up,they'll help you bounce back
faster without shame.
This works because we are wiredfor connection.
Having someone in your cornermakes the journey feel less
overwhelming and moresustainable.
You don't need to do this aloneand you weren't meant to here's

(02:07):
a recap on why accountabilitybuddies are important.
Accountability adds motivation,support and consistency.
And the right person willchallenge you and encourage you.
Checking in regularly helps youstay in motion even on those
hard days.
So if you are ready to implementthe Accountability Buddy system
today, I want you to think ofone to two people who would be a

(02:30):
great accountability fit foryou.
Whether a business friend, acoach, a coworker, reach out to
them and ask'em if they would bewilling to do a weekly or
biweekly check-in.
Choose a simple format, whetherit's a voice memo, a shared doc,
a zoom, or just a text.
Keep it low pressure and doable.
You don't need more willpower.
You need the right system.

(02:50):
Let someone in and watch yourprogress.
Multiply.