Even those who have earned a reputation of reliability with others may find themselves failing to keep the most important #promises of all: the ones they make to themselves. Here’s how: Make sure they’re what you really want Before you can keep promises to yourself, you have to confirm that they’re still relevant & meaningful to you. Be honest about why you’ve let things slide Fear—of failure, success, and what others may say or think about you—or believing you’re not worthy of such a lofty ambition can hold you back from keeping the promises you make to yourself. Prioritize and schedule time for them Carve out non-negotiable space every day to work on your #goals , even if it’s just 15 minutes. Protect this time by scheduling it first. Tell another human being It’s one thing to write something down in a private journal or tape it to your office wall where only you will see it; it’s quite another to speak your intentions out loud to another person. Break it down into smaller chunks Keeping a promise to yourself usually involves more than a single bold, sweeping gesture; it’s typically a series of actions, done consistently, that matter most. Track your #progress & celebrate the small wins This helps remind you how far you’ve come and what’s left to do. #leadership #career …see more