In this episode, I sit down with the amazing Amanda McKinney to dive deep into the essence of accountability and why it plays a crucial role in achieving our goals. Together, we explore the reasons behind the lack of follow-through that many of us experience, touching on the importance of being honest about our capacity and willingness to commit. We also discuss how different seasons of life can impact our goal-setting and the importance of managing our expectations accordingly. Amanda shares valuable insights on distinguishing between reasons and excuses, taking ownership of our actions, and the practical steps to make time for what truly matters. This conversation is packed with actionable advice on setting realistic goals and creating a structured plan to achieve them.

If you're ready to unlock your full potential and embrace accountability in a way that feels both manageable and empowering, this episode is for you. Tune in as we explore how understanding what helps and hinders our progress can pave the way to personal growth and success. Amanda and I share our tips on breaking tasks into smaller steps, which not only builds confidence but also ensures sustainable progress toward your dreams.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Introduction and Building Connections
[03:38] - Meet Amanda McKinney: Passion for Accountability
[06:24] - Why Accountability Matters: Ensuring Follow-Through
[09:39] - Capacity and Willingness: Keys to Achieving Goals
[13:03] - Adapting Goals to Life's Changing Seasons
[16:05] - Reasons vs. Excuses: Owning Your Actions
[23:11] - How Accountability Drives Goal Achievement
[27:18] - Crafting Realistic Goals and Actionable Plans

Links & Resources:

• Follow Amanda McKinney on Instagram: @theamandamckinney
• Visit Amanda’s Website: amandamckinney.com
• Quiz  "What's Your Get-Unstuck Anthem?" 
• Capacity Calculator - Amanda's Capacity Calculator
• Join the This Mother Means Business Retreat (Oct. 2nd-4th): Retreat Details
• Sign Up for a Community Connection Call: Join Here

Closing Remarks

Thank you for tuning in! If you found this episode valuable, please take a moment to rate, follow, share, and leave a review. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and continue bringing you insightful conversations. Stay accountable and keep striving toward your goals!

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