
When I’m tempted to call someone out, I put that energy into self-improvement (and housework).
One of my most effective techniques is turn my kids into Bounty Hunters.
I get them to hunt down my Bad Habits and call me out.
Two examples, and two price points
Misdemeanors
- Spitting toothbrush foam into the kitchen sink
- You catch me, or I catch you… $1 cash!
Felony Violations
- Yelling
- Anybody catches me… $100 cash!
So far the score is 1-1 for misdemeanors
No Felony Payouts, so far
…but I could have charged the kids more than once!
What’s this really about?
It’s a fun way to teach my kids that…
Effective leadership models a willingness to accept bad news
and
Speak up when you notice a Say-Do gap.
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