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"I want to save money." "I want to get healthier." "I want to build a business."

Those are not instructions. Those are wishes. And you cannot execute a wish when you're running on three cups of coffee.

In this episode, I introduce the two tools that replace every vague goal you have ever written: the Binary Guideline and the Floor. A Binary Guideline has only two outcomes — you did it or you didn't. No gray area, no negotiation. The Floor is the minimum viable action that keeps the habit alive on your worst days.

I also tell you about the guideline I set for myself that had nothing to do with work, and the night I drove home from Atlanta at 2 AM and still showed up.

What you'll take away:

• Why vague goals require a decision every single time and why that kills execution
• The anatomy of a Binary Guideline: action plus constraint
• What the Floor is and why it protects your identity, not just your habit
• How to write both for your Anchor Goal from Episode 1

Mentioned in this episode:

• EricaFiguresItOut.com — download the free Season of You Starter Series
• Apply for coaching at EricaFiguresItOut.com

On August 8, I’m hosting a live 90-minute Season Starter Workshop where we build your 90-day plan together on Zoom. Workbook included. 16 seats per time slot. ericafiguresitout.com/workshop

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