No tactic will work until you have the guts to DO the work!
Remember, every great leader (or visionary or brave thinker) was initially laughed at. Now they are revered.
I recall a friend telling me that for all the years his mother worked, every clock in her home was set 30 minutes ahead. She was never late. And she was beloved by all. Punctuality matters. Shows respect for others. And excellence within yourself. Be great today. Please.
If you don't make time for exercise, you'll probably have to make time for illness.
Ask yourself this question every day: "How may I best serve the most people?"
Blaming others is excusing yourself.