Self Motivation
Every so often motivation wanes. It happens for many reasons. I might be bored with what I’m doing, I’ve mastered something and the excitement has worn off, perhaps I don’t have anything urgent going on and can’t seem to get started. The following tips help me start moving forward again.
Tip 1: List. I put together a “to-do” list in order of priority. There always seems to be things that need to get done. I don’t think about what I have to do, I just start with the first item on the… Continue reading
I’m right!
Some of my clients fret a bit about making decisions. They want to make the best decision possible – don’t we all?! They also want to think about all the variables and not miss a thing. I think that is true for most of us too. What can happen, a decision is delayed or put off for too long. Not making a decision is also a decision – the decision of inaction.
In business, not making a decision sends all kinds of signals. Others may think you don’t know what you’re doing or you’re… Continue reading
To be or not to be….
Whether you’re interviewing for a new job, or enjoying your current job, employers are interested that you’re doing something rather than being something. Many people I work with want to “be” the boss, “be” a manager or “be” the next [fill in the blank].
To keep on track you may consider some of these tips:
Tip 1: Why? Ask yourself why do you want to “be” the [fill in the blank]. What about the position appeals to you? It may be a position that helps you grow and challenges you. The position may use… Continue reading
Action!
At the beginning of the year I make all sorts of plans and set all sorts of goals. When the plans are made I’m enthusiastic about the months ahead. However, I don’t always take action and it made me wonder why.
People at the top of every profession share one quality – they get things done. This quality can catapult success and advancement faster than anything else. This is such a simple idea, however not many people have taken it to heart. There is an endless number of reasons – something else came up, I’m… Continue reading
Fear of Failure
When I ask my “single greatest questions” – one of which is “What is your single greatest fear regarding your business or career?” many times the answer is “The fear of failure”.
Today the negative news bombarding us every time we turn around can add to our fear. We hear about all the bad things that can happen to us – and what has happened to others. It’s easy to understand that playing it safe and not taking risks is a comfortable choice for many.
However, when I see the “fear of failure” as a strong fear for… Continue reading
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