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Leadership = Commitment

The Foundation of Commitment:

Making a commitment and seeing a commitment through to the end, are two completely different animals. Your ‘level’ of commitment ultimately determines your level of success. Meeting a commitment requires determination, drive and the 'self imposed' will to win. Regardless of whether it is a business or a personal commitment, you will be known, even judged, as a person that keeps their commitments, or someone who does not. The following steps outline a foundation for not only setting, but also more importantly, meeting the commitments that you make.

  • - Commitments are easily made
  • - There are various levels of Commitment
  • - Making the commitment is just the beginning

Why, so many times, do people fall short of their commitments?

  • - Sometimes it’s over committing
  • - Sometimes it’s a ‘light hearted’ commitment
  • - Sometimes they simply don’t have the fortitude to see the commitment through
There five basic ‘truths’ about making and seeing a commitment through to the end:

1) Commitment starts in the heart: When you commit from the heart, you have a 'high level commitment'

2) Commitment is tested by action: Talk is cheap; it’s action that counts. You must make the move; action can be painful, but it is the only way to get out of the gate

3) Commitment can be measured: Simply look at your calendar and/or your checkbook to measure your level of commitment

4) Commitment requires discipline: “There will be the pain of discipline, or the pain of defeat”

5) Commitment flourishes with public accountability: GO PUBLIC and you will have the incentive to follow through with your commitment. Fear of failure is a strong motivator…

Think twice before making a commitment… But when you do…. Commit with your heart, build your action plan, measure your progress, stay disciplined and go public with the commitment…

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