"I'll work on that video tomorrow"...
And then tomorrow turns into next week.
I've been there too.
Procrastination is your biggest enemy, especially when you're your own boss.
Without someone to answer to, it's easy to let things slide. And before you know it, your YouTube channel is gathering dust instead of views.
That’s why accountability is so important.
I used to think I could do this all on my own. I'd set goals, make plans, and tell myself I'd stick to them.
But life happens, distractions pop up, motivation dips, and those plans? They often took a backseat.
So I tried something different.
I teamed up with a fellow creator who was on a similar journey.
We decided to check in with each other every week, sharing what we aimed to achieve and reporting back on our progress.
The outcome was crazy.
I was way more consistent knowing I'd have to explain why I didn't upload that video pushed me to get it done.
I started hitting my goals more regularly, so my productivity was through the roof.
And because we were constantly sharing wins (and even setbacks) it kept things exciting.
So my motivation was at an all time high.
But it's not just about having a buddy to keep you in check.
It's about creating a system where you're not the only one invested in your success.
Because accountability can come in many forms:
- Peer Groups
- Mentorships
- Public Commitments
Think about it...
Athletes have coaches, students have teachers, employees have managers. Why should creators like us do it alone?
If you're flying solo, it might be time to bring someone else on board. Trust me, it can make all the difference between stagnation and growth.
More thoughts coming your way soon.
Catch you tomorrow,
Egor
PS - The secret weapon top creators use isn't what you think. Hint: It's not another tool or hack.
And then tomorrow turns into next week.
I've been there too.
Procrastination is your biggest enemy, especially when you're your own boss.
Without someone to answer to, it's easy to let things slide. And before you know it, your YouTube channel is gathering dust instead of views.
That’s why accountability is so important.
I used to think I could do this all on my own. I'd set goals, make plans, and tell myself I'd stick to them.
But life happens, distractions pop up, motivation dips, and those plans? They often took a backseat.
So I tried something different.
I teamed up with a fellow creator who was on a similar journey.
We decided to check in with each other every week, sharing what we aimed to achieve and reporting back on our progress.
The outcome was crazy.
I was way more consistent knowing I'd have to explain why I didn't upload that video pushed me to get it done.
I started hitting my goals more regularly, so my productivity was through the roof.
And because we were constantly sharing wins (and even setbacks) it kept things exciting.
So my motivation was at an all time high.
But it's not just about having a buddy to keep you in check.
It's about creating a system where you're not the only one invested in your success.
Because accountability can come in many forms:
- Peer Groups
- Mentorships
- Public Commitments
Think about it...
Athletes have coaches, students have teachers, employees have managers. Why should creators like us do it alone?
If you're flying solo, it might be time to bring someone else on board. Trust me, it can make all the difference between stagnation and growth.
More thoughts coming your way soon.
Catch you tomorrow,
Egor
PS - The secret weapon top creators use isn't what you think. Hint: It's not another tool or hack.