Thread by @AlexBuddyUp1

Nothing exceptionnal happens inside your comfort zone.

Here's how to level up your learning when pairing-up with a productivity buddy.

#GrowthBuddy

1/ If you're doing productivity check-ins for the first time, pairing-up with a friend or someone in your social circle makes sense.

It's usually easier to reach out to someone you know and get personal with him/her.

But beware of the comfort zone.

2/ I stayed 3 years with the same buddy.

Initially, it was nice to build a deep and strong relationship together.

And we learned a lot, while figuring out how to do productive check-ins.

But then I decided to change buddy every 3 months to get out of my comfort zone.

3/ My new buddies made me discover new tools, books, and trainings.

I had introverts and extroverts, which helped me better refine my understanding of these personality traits.

Also knowing that I am an introvert still figuring out its own personality.

4/ We experimented on different ideas on how to improve our check-ins.

We used ​different questions, different coaching styles

My buddies inspired me on how to:
-have more warmth in my voice
-be more concise
-say the hard truth tactfully when needed

5/ I had buddies from 4 different countries: France, Canada, the USA, Turkey.

Which helped me learn different world views.

6/ I had buddies with different occupations.

One was a master of networking on LinkedIn

Another one was a stand up comedian

Still another one was a sales rep.

7/ Of course, it can feel heartbreaking to stop doing weekly or daily check-ins with someone.

But it's not like saying goodbye.

You will have occasions to keep in touch in the future.

Just not as often as you used to.

8/ After a while, you will have built a whole new extended social circle around you.

Growth minded individual you can count on in difficult times.

And that you will continue to support unconditionally for many years to come!