Confession...there are times in my day where I am not needed as a Doctor (it is important to have the background) but more of an accountability buddy. Turns out most people know what they need to do to reach their goals. The only thing standing in their way is themselves. 

So a big part of my job is about being a good accountability buddy! 

WHAT IS AN ACCOUNTABILITY BUDDY?

At its core, an accountability buddy is someone who helps you keep a commitment. And in cases where both individuals are seeking accountability, both people are responsible for keeping each other accountable. The partnership often includes elements of coaching, encouragement, and guidance.

You can have an accountability buddy for your fitness goals, health goals, or even with trying to cut a bad habit.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF AN ACCOUNTABILITY BUDDY?

First, working with an accountability buddy gives you greater incentive to achieve your goals. You’ve committed, out loud, to another person, that you’ll complete a certain task. Now you really have to do it!

Second, your ability to get clear on priorities will improve. If every meeting involves you committing to your next must-do, you’ll be practicing your prioritization and analytical skills. And you’ll get better at time management, since you’ll get into a habit of figuring out what you can realistically accomplish in each “sprint”. 

Third, you benefit from having someone on your “team” with whom you can share your goals and who is rooting for your success. When you’re working on a project alone, having an extended team is fantastic. It gives you someone to bounce ideas off, commiserate with, and celebrate with. This can be a great morale boost.

The Third reason is my favorite. Everyone needs a team! A group of people dedicated to helping solve problems. That is why I have created such an amazing team here at Victory! They are my accountability buddies. They do this for me as well as do it for each and every one of our clients. Our clients come in with a goal and our team takes that goal on as our own and does everything in our power to help you realize that goal! 

Who is your accountability buddy?