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108. When You Want To Quit, Do This Instead

108. When You Want To Quit, Do This Instead

Update: 2025-10-14
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The first week of a 90‑day sprint feels electric—until reality shows up with sick kids, client fires, and that familiar wall where enthusiasm dies. We dig into a simple truth that changes everything: success favors systems over motivation. Instead of trying to “be stronger,” we design commitment architecture—environment, schedule, and accountability—that makes the right choice easier than quitting.

We start by choosing a single non‑negotiable anchor that keeps you tethered to your goal on the hardest days. Then we run a friction-and-momentum audit to remove hidden blockers and add smart boosters: peak‑energy scheduling, consolidated tracking, silenced notifications, accountability pings, and visual streaks that make progress obvious. You’ll get a no‑drama recovery protocol to stop spirals after a missed day, plus a three‑level progress system—daily checks, weekly reflection, and monthly comparisons to your starting point—to build momentum that sustains itself.

We also tackle the crucial judgment call: are you in a dip or a dead end? With clear questions for each, you’ll know when to push through and when to pivot. To keep your fire lit, we revisit your true why and normalize asking for help so you’re not carrying the goal alone. This isn’t about chasing a finish line—it’s about becoming the person who shows up, especially when the work stops being exciting. If you’re ready to finish the year strong with less willpower and more design, this conversation gives you the tools, language, and structure to do it.

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108. When You Want To Quit, Do This Instead

108. When You Want To Quit, Do This Instead

Jenn Cody | Productivity & Systems for Entrepreneurs