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Is your content actionable — or just theoretical?
On the surface, most advice sounds helpful — but often leaves people unsure of what to actually do.
Take this example:
“Eating slowly can reduce how much you eat, partly because it gives your body time to signal fullness.”
Ok — but is it actionable or practical?
To the expert or coach, it might seem obvious. But what does “eat slowly” actually look like in practice?
Here’s a clearer alternative:
“Use smaller plates and utensils. It makes large bites less likely — and reduces reliance on willpower.”
This is something people can actually do: swap their dinner plate, use a smaller fork, and take smaller bites.
When content isn’t written with behaviour in mind, people walk away knowing something — but not knowing what to do with it.
This applies to coaching as much as training. If your guidance doesn’t translate into behaviours, it won’t lead to change.
Here are other examples of advice that doesn’t pass the behaviour test:
- Be more strategic
- Communicate effectively
- Build trust
- Stay focused
- Be proactive
- Take ownership
- Think outside the box
- Be more resilient
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