Early Accountability

While a lot of the methods and platforms for reaching goals in 2021 have been altered due to COVID-19, Kimi says that there are 3 non-negotiables that you need to keep in mind as you strive to activate your goals and achieve success. These are things you should put into your own personal “accountability toolkit” that will guide you through the year. 1.Right words – Be clear about your goals. Write them down in a format that works for you. Make sure your goals are realistic and then declare them in a way that will cultivate accountability. 2.Recharge – Especially during 2020 and 2021 when so much of our lives are still based at our homes, it is easy to overlook your own energy level. Make sure you take the time to relax, refresh, and refrain from the things that are draining you. Take care of yourself, providing time to rest, sleep, think, and just be. 3.Relationships – Connection is the cure – not for COVID-19 unfortunately, but for goals that fall flat or fail to launch. Be intentional about nurturing you

Perhaps you are already finding yourself struggling to work towards your goals this 2021. On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi talks about the main barrier that could be getting in your way and how to shift your mindset to overcome. Your mind is the one thing that can make or break your progress towards your goals because it can either help or hinder you from getting there. Here are some of the reasons that your mind could be holding you back: 1.Worrying too much about other people – Your mind could get caught up in worrying about what people think or say about you and keep you from moving forward. Instead, work to shelter yourself from their thoughts. Funneling out the noise will help you get back on track and make progress. 2.Thinking that COVID-19 is a barrier – While there may be some changes or restrictions, you can still choose to adapt and be cognitively flexible and work towards your goals despite the effects of the pandemic. There are also opportunities such as virtual networki

Happy 2021, everyone! While this new year may feel different than all the rest due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, new year’s resolutions may be more important now than ever. On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi discusses four tips for coming up with pandemic-proof resolutions that can help keep you moving, give you meaning, and provide some structure to the daily grind. Establishing new resolutions or goals for the new year is a great opportunity for evaluating what things you need to stop, start, or continue, so consider these recommendations as you think through yours: 1.Think long-term – With so many unknowns in the world right now, it could be difficult to set many short-term goals or resolutions. Find one or more things that you want to accomplish in the next 6+ months, recognizing that restrictions may ease up a bit by then, or perhaps not. 2.Find short-term motivators – While you are setting your ultimate sights on a bigger goal, you will likely find it easier to break up that

It is almost 2021, which means it is time to pick your word for the year. On this episode of The Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi explains the purpose behind choosing a word and gives listeners some simple and helpful tips for determining which word will be best for them. You want to choose a word that will inspire you, give you power, guide you, and give you a reference point throughout 2021’s ups and downs, so consider following these steps to figure out your word: 1.Reflect on 2020 – Think about what you were able to accomplish, what did not go as planned, the uncertainties you had to navigate, and the ways you had to be flexible. 2.Visualize 2021 – Think of what you need right now – what you need more of or less of. Ask yourself: Who do I want to be in a year? Where do I want to be in a year? Write your answers down and make your goals specific and realistic. 3.Brainstorm – Come up with a list of words that might work for you in 2021. 4.Pause, then pick – Take a few days to think over your list bef

In conclusion of our conversation from last week, Kimi talks during this episode about what accountability partners and groups are NOT: •They are not a substitute for therapy – Be clear about what you need from your accountability circle and draw the line at things that belong in another environment. This can be difficult if you are working one-on-one with someone on accountability for a certain aspect of your life and you start opening up about other things that are going on. Don’t be afraid to reach out for professional counseling or help. •They are not a dumping ground for all of your problems – Remember that you are not the only one with problems in the group, so don’t monopolize the group’s time complaining or making excuses. Rising above your circumstances and choosing to put in the work to make yourself better is half the battle. •They are not supposed to involve dragging, pleading, or begging others to show up – If you or someone else in the group is not showing up or not putting in the work, this

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi expounds on her recent push to be more visible and encourage more of a community atmosphere through Early Accountability. A part of this is an accountability circle that she has been leading, and this episode of the podcast is about what accountability is and what it can look like. An accountability partner or group is: •Formed by people working on a common goal or task – You are likely in a similar stage of life, either personal or professional, and the group provides a place for them to share, discuss, and bounce ideas off of each other. •A way for people to remain committed and connected – You tend to experience similar hiccups and hangups as well as triumphs and wins. •A safe place for reflection – This could be on the good, the bad, or the ugly. •A safe place to brainstorm – Since you are all in similar situations, you can collaborate and give each other new perspectives. •A place for encouragement and affirmation – Sometimes all you need to

Our topic on this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is visibility: why it is difficult to do and why it is so important. Whether you are thinking of starting a podcast, writing a book, starting a blog, teaching a course, or just talking about an important subject, there could be many reasons why you are hesitant to put yourself out there: •Fear – Fear often holds us back. This could be fear of public speaking, fear of ridicule, imposter syndrome, or other obstacles that tell us we are not good enough to put ourselves out there. •Self-consciousness – This ties into fear, but it goes a step beyond to make us feel like there is something wrong with us. During the pandemic, this can manifest in not feeling “presentable enough” to record videos because of the lack of professional help for hair, makeup, photography, etc. and because you might feel like you don’t have a good space in your house to record video content. •You think people already know – Just because you know something doesn’t mean everyon

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Our topic on this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast is being aware of the impacts that the holidays can have on mental health. This time of year can be characterized by stress, fatigue, expectations, travel exhaustion, financial strains, isolation, grief, and difficult relationships and interactions with loved ones, and the impacts of COVID-19 on our plans this season only escalate these feelings. Now – more than ever – it is important to be self-aware and take proactive steps to keep yourself happy, reduce stress, and take care of your mental health. Kimi outlines 5 things to try this season to make the most of this “different” holiday season: 1.Allow yourself to feel – Give yourself permission to be where you are right now. 2.Resist the temptation to give into social pressures – For the health of yourself and others, say “no” to events and gatherings that you don’t feel comfortable attending. 3.Enjoy the outdoors – Being outside is a great way to spend time with others in a socially distanced

This episode of the Early Accountability Podcast contains the conclusion of Kimi and Tyran’s conversation in which they are going through the Resolutions to Results framework with Tyran’s goals for the next 90 days. We have reached the final stage of the framework: activation and creating a plan. Considering that Tyran’s achievement style is the Juggler, it is even more important that he think through and plan out his next steps towards achieving each of these goals. Regarding his goal of launching a new product for Life Behind the Beard, Kimi and Tyran determined that he can establish which product they are going to launch as well as make some decisions about marketing and potential pre-sales within the next 2 weeks. Within the next 4 weeks, Tyran can have labelling the products taken care of and he will have put some more thought into whether it is worth it to continue to use the marketing agency they have hired. Kimi recommended that Tyran and Gary leverage their social media to increase awareness and bu

EAP 146: Know Your Weaknesses, Play to Your Strengths by Kimi Walker

During the next few episodes of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi will be walking through her Resolutions to Results framework with one of her podcast mentees and former guests on the show, Tyran Cosby. Tyran is the co-founder of the Life Behind the Beard line of beard oil and personal grooming products and the host of the Beard Talk with a Vet podcast. On this episode, Kimi talks with Tyran about Step One of the framework and helps him drill down on his vision and goals. Tyran says that after 20 years in active duty, the most important thing to him is being able to spend time with his family to make up for lost time, and that he also enjoys cooking and acting as well as pushing himself outside of his comfort zone by doing his podcast. These elements make up the vision planning aspect of the framework by helping him define what he wants to see in his life. When it comes to goal clarity, Tyran has 3 main goals for the next 90 days: to podcast more, to increase sales, and to introduce a new product into

Welcome to the second half of Kimi’s conversation with Angel Marchese, recent law school graduate. Angel talks about the ways that her support system provided her with the time and space she needed in order to complete her undergraduate degree as well as law school. She explains that mom guilt is a very real thing and the pressures of being a mother while working and/or pursuing a degree could affect your mental health if you let them. Bucking societal norms can be uncomfortable, but this can be a crucial part of the process of reaching your goals. Angel had to make many adjustments to her life and that of her family in order for her to become an attorney, from quitting her job to asking her mom to move to Oklahoma to help with childcare to talking with her kids (ages 13 and 4 at the time) about why she wasn’t going to be around as much. Along the way, she has realized the importance of being surrounded by like-minded people who will hold her accountable, push her forward, and reduce her chances of burnout.

EAP 143: Moving Past Comfort and Breaking Glass Ceilings by Kimi Walker

Procrastination is the topic of this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast. Especially for high-achievers, procrastination can either be a healthy thing or a barrier that keeps us from achieving our goals. Kimi breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly of procrastination during this episode and provides listeners with some suggestions for moving forward in situations where we are prone to procrastinate. The Good: •Procrastination could allow more time for thought, giving you some time and space to process things before having to act •Procrastination also allows for prioritization, letting you focus on the first things first and getting to everything else in the right time •It may reduce your impulsivity or tendency to make bad rushed decisions •If you are a person that works best under pressure, procrastination could be the tool you need to achieve your best work The Bad: •If you are not a person that works best under pressure, procrastinating could lead to worse performance •Procrastination could c

On this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast, Kimi discusses her 3 recommended ways for making the most of the final quarter of 2020. It seems like everything is different in 2020, so it is important to plan and prepare for the next 3 months so they don’t slip away. 1.Allow for extra time – Include a buffer in your schedule surrounding certain activities that might take longer than normal such as traveling, going to doctors appointments, working with technology issues, or shopping. 2.Plan for holidays early – Talk to your family and loved ones sooner rather than later about what the holidays might look like this year. Will there need to be adjustments made to your usual traditions? Will you need to make new traditions this year? Will you need to stay local or are you going to travel? Do your best to keep everyone safe and be respectful, especially around those who might be high-risk. 3.Remember your primary goals – Keep a flexible mind as we have all had to do in 2020 but remain focused on your goal

It is officially fall (or autumn), and on this episode of the Early Accountability Podcast Kimi discusses using this change of seasons as an opportunity to make some mental shifts and recalibrate before the final quarter of the year. During this time of year, it is easy to get lost in the hustle and forget to enjoy this season, but it is important to regroup, especially after everything that has happened during 2020. Here are a few ways that Kimi suggests you take advantage of this time: 1.Redecorating – Take out your fall decorations that signify the change of seasons and make you feel festive. If you haven’t already, you could also shift your space around to accommodate for virtual working and learning, creating a space so you can feel prepared and confident when you need to use it. 2.Looking at your end-of-year goals – Evaluate which ones are still feasible and which ones may need to be postponed for now. You could also schedule a virtual hangout with some of your friends and/or accountability partners t

EAP 139: How to Say "No" Without Saying "No" by Kimi Walker

EAP 138: Reasons Why You Can't Say "No" by Kimi Walker

EAP 137: Dealing With "No" by Kimi Walker