555 - What is Action Faking?

In this episode, we take a look at Action Faking. 

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What is Action Faking?

"Action-Faking: when you take solitary and/or uncommitted action that is NOT part of a bigger process



For the aspiring entrepreneur who wants to get rich, be his own boss, and blah blah blah, "action-faking" is ordering cards from Vistaprint." - MJ Demarco, Millionaire Fastlane

Action faking is all the stuff we do that makes us feel good about our progress without actually making any meaningful progress.

What does Action Faking Look Like?

Fitness

Getting a gym membership but not going to the gym
Buying exercise equipment but not using it
Reading articles on the best shoes for running or the best running form but not running

Nutrition

Planning your entire week of meals but not prepping them
Reading about the best diets
Getting a free nutrition consultation but not hiring the nutritionist

Finances

Setting up a savings account but not setting up automatic transfers
Reading books on how to save but not taking action

Mental Health

Learning about meditation but not meditating

Career

Creating your 5 year plan

Relationships

Swiping left and right on an app, going on dates, but never being willing to commit.

Why do we Action Fake?

It feels like progress
It doesn't require risk
It's a good starting point

How to stop Action Faking

Plan your first real action and schedule it
Utilize accountability to get started

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