Hey Friend,
Coach Daniel here from Craig Ballantyne’s team, and I want to share a quick story that can dramatically increase your productivity.
Craig and I once knew a guy in the fitness industry who was full of ideas.
Every year at Craig’s Turbulence Training Fitness Summit he would tell us about the new big idea he had.
But the next year when we saw him again…
He had never done anything with the previous year’s idea.
He simply moved on to telling everyone about his next big plan.
We called him Mr. Wishful Thinking, because as the cliché goes, "An idea without a plan is just a wish."
Maybe you know someone like this…
Maybe you’ve even been him at times.
I was once guilty of it too.
But we both know that's not how you design your dream life.
So how do you become a consistent action taker?
What’s the best way to take your Big Idea… and create a clear and concise game plan so that you achieve your goal?
That's the million-dollar question.
Today, I'm going to provide you with the million-dollar answer and give you a game changing coaching tool to revolutionize the way you turn your business ideas into actionable plans.
I call it the Triple D Approach - Dates, Details, and Deadlines.
Now let's break down this approach step by step, with real-world examples to illustrate its power.
D1 – Dates: Setting a Solid Foundation
Dates are the cornerstone of any action plan.
They add a sense of urgency and structure to your goals.
It's why in our popular 90 Day Goal Setting Worksheet, there are very specific dates throughout the 90-day process.
Having action steps with specific dates beside them gives you extreme clarity and focus on what needs to be done and by when.
One of the biggest mistakes I've seen entrepreneurs make is having "open-ended" timelines on their goals.
Consider this scenario: You're launching a new product line.
Instead of saying, "I need to launch my new product," you must specify the date by which you will launch it.
By setting a date, for instance, "I will launch my new product line on March 1st, 2024”, you've created a tangible target to work towards.
This simple act of defining a date propels you from vague aspirations to a concrete plan.
You can now reverse engineer your actions, breaking down tasks to meet that launch date.
Your progress transforms from abstract to concrete, and becomes trackable and attainable.
D2 – Details: The Dollars Are in the Details
Details are where the magic happens.
Setting a launch date is good, but it’s still incomplete, because there is a lot to do between now and then.
What's missing are the nitty-gritty specifics that will guide you through each step of the process.
You need to identify every task, big or small, involved in the launch.
This includes product design, manufacturing, marketing, and logistics.
For example, instead of just "product design," break it down further:
Create product sketches. Choose materials. Find suppliers. Create a prototype.
The power of the details lies in the fact that they eliminate any confusion, excuses or room for interpretation .
You now have a comprehensive roadmap, making it crystal clear what you need to do to meet your launch date.
Remember, the more detailed your plan, the easier it becomes to execute.
D3 – Deadlines: A Non-Negotiable Commitment
Deadlines are non-negotiable commitments.
They are the backbone of accountability in the Triple D Approach.
Without deadlines, you risk allowing your tasks to drift indefinitely, losing focus, and momentum.
Let's go back to your product launch.
With a clear date and a detailed plan, you should attach deadlines to each task.
For instance, "Create product sketches by December 15th, 2023."
This ensures that you stay on track and prevents procrastination.
A critical aspect in harnessing the power of deadlines is to make sure you share these with your coach or accountability support system.
You need to find those people you deeply don't want to disappoint to ensure you've got the accountability to follow through on your deadlines.
Now, let's apply the Triple D Approach to a real-world scenario.
Let's say you want to launch a new group coaching program in 2024.
Here's how the Triple D Approach can turn this idea into a concrete action plan:
Dates: You decide that you want your new group coaching program launched and running by June 1st, 2024. This date gives you a clear target to work towards.
Details: Break down the group coaching creation process. List action items such as choosing your ideal avatar, creating the objective and purpose of the program, outlining the skeleton of what the program will look like, pricing and marketing, etc. After you list out those main action items, you will then create bullet points under each one to break the details down much further.
Deadlines: Assign deadlines to each task. For instance, "Choosing Your Ideal Avatar by February 15th, 2024" or "Creating the Objective & Purpose of the program by April 1st, 2024." These deadlines create a sense of urgency and accountability.
By following this approach, your idea of creating a group coaching program evolves into a structured plan with clear milestones and a deadline for completion.
The Triple D Approach is a game-changer for entrepreneurs.
It takes your ideas, gives them structure, and ensures you remain accountable.
It's about turning dreams into reality by setting Dates, defining Details, and adhering to Deadlines.
When you put the 3 “D’s” to work for you…
This approach can help make your 2024 a record breaking year!
Daniel Woodrum
Early To Rise, Head Coach
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