A no-fluff action plan to reset your mindset, build momentum, and take control of your life—one day at a time, side by side.
Chris Ladd
www.thatdadladd.com
Welcome
Hey, I’m Chris.
If you’ve found yourself stuck, broke, or lost in your career (or life), this guide is for you. I’ve been there—questioning everything, trying to make ends meet, and wondering if there’s more. There is. And it starts by taking small, consistent action.
This isn’t fluff. It’s a 7-Day jumpstart to help us both reset our mindset, find clarify, and build momentum. You won’t change your life in a week, but you’ll finally start—and I’m doing it with you.
Let’s get to work.
Chris aka Thatdadladd
Day 1: Own Where You Are
✔️ Write down your current reality—financially, emotionally, and professionally. No filters.
✔️ Circle 3 areas you want to change most.
✍️ Reflection prompt: What am I most tired of tolerating?
Day 2: Morning Reset Routine
✔️ Wake up 30 minutes earlier than usual.
✔️ Spend 10 minutes journaling + 10 minutes stretching or walking.
✔️ Identify ONE thing to complete today that will make the day feel like a win.
Day 3: Know Your Numbers
✔️ List all your monthly income and expenses.
✔️ Identify where your money is leaking.
✔️ Choose one subscription or cost to cancel immediately.
✍️ Reflection prompt: What would financial freedom feel like?
Day 4: Drop a Dragging Habit
✔️ Choose one habit that’s holding you back—scrolling, snacking, procrastinating.
✔️ Replace it with a micro-action (e.g. walk, read, hydrate).
✔️ Track it for 3 days.
Day 5: Sketch a Side Hustle
✔️ Brain dump 5 things you’re good at or enjoy.
✔️ Google how others make money from 1 of those.
✔️ Sketch a simple way to test it—offer a free or $20 service this week.
Day 6: Connect with One Real Person
✔️ Call, text, or DM someone you trust.
✔️ Share something real—your challenge, a win, a goal.
✔️ Ask what they’re working toward too. (Build momentum together.)
Day 7: Start a Win List
✔️ Write 5 things you accomplished this week—big or small.
✔️ Write down the best thing you learned about yourself.
✔️ Post your win list somewhere visible.
Final Thoughts & What’s Next
You made it. Seven days of honest action. That’s more than most ever take. Keep this momentum going—because the comeback is built in the follow-through.
Here’s what’s next:
- Check out the blog for new posts each week
- Download the printable habit tracker & budget sheet
- Connect with me on [social] or reply to my email (I read every one)
👉 www.ThatDadLadd.com/blog
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Keep climbing. You’ve got this.
—Chris