The first move: Listening
"I have to repeat myself too many times."
The standard
First time, best time. Say it once, then walk your feet, not your words.
Say this
"Activate your listening devices. [Task] — first time, best time."
When they push
First time was your warning. Second ask, the privilege pauses.
Your 24-hour plan
- 1Name the standard once, calm — “In this house, we move the first time.”
- 2In the moment: say it once, then walk your feet.
- 3Tomorrow: same words. Consistency is the win.
This is the exact leadership your kids build on our mat — the same words at home, at school, and in class.
Print the words for the 5 hardest moments at home and put them on the fridge.
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