Ep. #63 The Story and Challenges behind The Accountability Code

by Marci Barker / January 30th, 2024
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The Story and Challenges behind The Accountability Code
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The Story and Challenges behind The Accountability Code
In this podcast episode, I reflect on my experience creating the Accountability Code, a framework for being accountable and achieving goals. I share the story of how I initially resisted the idea of writing a book but eventually embraced the challenge.
I discuss the six steps of the Accountability Code: Reflection, Humility, Planning, Implementing, Commitment, and Feedback. I illustrate the importance of these steps through my personal journey of overcoming challenges, including writing the book during a trip to Guatemala, contracting COVID, and facing difficulties with the publishing process. I also emphasize that accountability is about doing what you know you should do and not necessarily what others expect of you.
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Topics Covered in the Episode:
The origin of the Accountability Code and its importance.
My initial reluctance to write a book and the motivation behind it.
The six steps of the Accountability Code: Reflection, Humility, Planning, Implementing, Commitment, and Feedback.
My personal challenges, including writing during a trip to Guatemala and overcoming COVID.
The transformative impact of following the Accountability Code on my life and business.
The role of commitment and how it is a black-and-white measure of success.
The significance of feedback in the Accountability Code as a basis for improvement.
My experience of helping a friend apply the Accountability Code to overcome business challenges.
The idea that following the Accountability Code doesn't have to be daunting or exhausting.
The encouragement for listeners to explore the audio book for a deeper understanding of the framework.
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