How to: Stick to a schedule

Why this happens

Schedules break when calendars do not match real priorities, estimates are unrealistic, or boundaries are weak. Small slips compound and the plan becomes optional, creating a loop of guilt and avoidance.

What usually helps

Design a realistic weekly template that protects priority blocks, reconcile calendar vs stated priorities, and add consequences or accountability to commitments. The recommended starters use action planning, performance gap confrontation, and excuse challenging to reinforce follow through.

Suggested topics

Pick one of the discussion topics below to start a session with a coach.

Transform goals into actionable plans

Dana Riggs

This structured process transforms vague aspirations into concrete, time-bound action plans with clear ownership and measurable milestones. You'll break down your goal and commit to specific deadlines.

Design a weekly schedule that protects [blocks], plus risk mitigations.

Expose gaps between goals and behavior

Jack "Stone" Morgan

This session exposes the gap between your stated goals and actual behavior. By confronting how you really spend your time versus what you claim matters, you'll either recommit to your goals or discover your true priorities.

My calendar and priorities do not match. Confront the gap and realign me.

Confront excuses and commit to action

Jack "Stone" Morgan

This session confronts the rationalizations and excuses that keep you stuck. By exposing contradictions between what you say and what you do, you'll move from "I'm not ready" to concrete commitments backed by real accountability.

I keep breaking my schedule - push me to set consequences and commit.