Telling your children what YOU will do is a technique of Love and Logic and many other parenting strategies.  Using this strategy properly will put the responsibility on the child and not turn you into the bad guy.

Examples

I will pick up the toys that are left on the ground in 10 minutes, instead of, go clean your room.

The car will be backing out of the driveway at 7:30, instead of hounding your children to get ready for school.

I will read a book to kids who have correctly finished their chores in 15 minutes, instead of hounding them to do their chores.

I will play a game with kids who listen the first time.

I will be leaving to get ice cream in 10 minutes, kids with complete homework are welcome to join me.

Tips

• hold true to your word and follow through, this may require a backup plan/babysitter
• be consistent
• don’t get angry
• don’t nag
• don’t lecture

What other suggestions do you have?