Setting the Stage

Motivation is overrated.

It’s unpredictable. It burns out fast. And it relies on everyone being “on” at the same time.

The best leaders don’t wait on motivation.

They build rhythm.

They create steady routines that move the work forward—even when energy dips or the week gets messy.

1. Weekly 1:1s with Purpose

Don’t just “check in.” Coach them.

Try this: “Spend 2 hours this week improving the business. Be ready to share.”

This one prompt builds reflection, ownership, and follow-through over time.

2. Daily Touchpoints

Quick 5–10 minute check-ins surface blockers and reset priorities.

→ “What’s the one thing that needs to move today?”
→ “Where are you stuck?”

Live or async, doesn’t matter. Rhythm and routine matter.

3. Monthly Reviews

Zoom out and recalibrate.

Ask:

→ Are we moving the right things forward?
→ Where’s the energy going?
→ What needs to shift?

Don’t let months fly by. Create a pause that realigns the work.

Well, you can start by modeling them.

→ Show up consistently.
→ Keep it simple.
→ Use repetition as a tool, not a punishment.

Then anchor the behavior to a rhythm:

→ Monday standups
→ Wednesday midpoint check
→ Friday wins recap

Habits stick when they’re part of the system, not when they’re pushed onto your team randomly.

~ Chad Todd

This week, pick one routine that’s missing from your leadership rhythm and start it. Keep it simple. Make it visible. Repeat it on purpose.

P.S.

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