Personal Development

Interested or Committed?

Interested or Committed?In the past I’ve wondered why I move forward with some things and why other tasks and projects linger.  Then the light-bulb went on when I read the following definition:

“If you’re interested in something, you’ll do it if it is convenient.  If you’re committed to something, you’ll do it no matter… Continue reading

Marathoning – lessons learned!

I started running marathons in 1996.  I had been running for many years.  I had recently moved to New York from San Diego.  I missed my running buddies and my motivation was beginning to lag.  I needed a new goal to keep me in shape.

Over the next ten years I trained for and completed 20 marathons.  I learned many lessons during the training that I’ve applied to my work life.

Lesson 1:  I can do anything.  Marathoning has made me fearless.  When I have a plan, stick to the plan and… Continue reading

Interested or Committed?

In the past I’ve wondered why I move forward with some things and why other tasks and projects linger.  Then the light-bulb went on when I read the following definition:

“If you’re interested in something, you’ll do it if it is convenient.  If you’re committed to something, you’ll do it no matter what.”

This has… Continue reading