Hello friends,
Welcome back to another edition of Deep Thoughts and Whatnots. Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s often overlooked but incredibly impactful: “Lagging Metrics: Your Results Are a Reflection of Your Habits.”
📊 Understanding Lagging Metrics
We often judge our success by the results we see: revenue, customer satisfaction, or personal milestones. However, James Clear argues that these results are merely “lagging metrics” of our habits. In other words, they are the outcomes that appear after the fact, not the actions that lead to them. By focusing on the inputs (habits), we can better control the outputs (results).
Source: Atomic Habits by James Clear | Cool Reader Resource
🔄 Inputs vs. Outputs
It’s easy to get caught up in the end result, but what really matters are the actions you take to get there. BJ Fogg emphasizes the importance of “tiny habits” as the building blocks of larger outcomes. Instead of obsessing over the scale, focus on the habit of eating healthier or exercising regularly. These are the inputs that will naturally lead to the output of weight loss or better health.
Source: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg
🛠️ Practical Tips for Focusing on Inputs
So how do you shift your focus from outputs to inputs? Start by identifying the key habits that contribute to your desired results. Then, break them down into smaller, manageable tasks. James Clear suggests using the “Two-Minute Rule” to make new habits easy to start. For example, if your goal is to read more, start by reading for just two minutes a day.
Source: Atomic Habits by James Clear
🔮 The Long-term Impact of Focusing on Inputs
The beauty of focusing on inputs is that it takes the pressure off achieving immediate results. It allows you to build a sustainable system that will naturally lead to the outcomes you desire. Over time, these small input-focused actions will compound into significant changes, both personally and professionally.
Source: Atomic Habits by James Clear
“Success is a few simple disciplines, practiced every day.” – Jim Rohn
And there you have it, a deep dive into the concept of lagging metrics and the importance of focusing on inputs. As Jim Rohn beautifully puts it, “Success is a few simple disciplines practiced daily.”
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That’s all for this edition! Remember, the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step—or in this case, a single habit! 🎉