What gives you a 95% success rate?

Here’s a surprising statistic: Research from the American Society of Training and Development found that having an accountability partner increases goal achievement by 65%, and committing to regular check-ins boosts it to 95%. (Yet another reason coaching gets you results that matter most to you!)

The truth? Accountability accelerates results. It’s the difference between intentions and action.

A lack of accountability is Mistake #4 why goals aren’t achieved. If you’ve missed the other three mistakes, they include a lack of REFLECTION, PLAN, and SUPPORT.

Accountability does NOT mean micromanagement—it’s about staying committed to doing what you say you’re going to do. Whether it’s a trusted colleague, coach, or mastermind group, external accountability fuels focus and resilience.

This coming week, ask someone to hold you accountable in getting something accomplished. Give them a date and time for when you’ll have it done, then report back!

Leaders don’t just set goals—they take deliberate steps to achieve them. And accountability is the bridge between dreaming and doing.

I hope these 4 mistakes I’ve shared this month have been supremely helpful. I want to see you succeed … holistically!