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As we enter the second full week of July, midway through the year, you may not be ready to even think about having your mid-your performance appraisal nor writing a self-assessment.
However, try to reframe this as telling your story. As a fan of keeping things simple, here are five steps (FAVOR) to help you prepare. [Read more…]
Have you ever found yourself in a business meeting or sales transaction, negotiating from a defensive posture? Where you feel consumed with what you stand to lose, and your actions are focused on protecting and minimalizing that loss?
It is difficult to create solutions from that posture as you are not standing in your power when consumed with those thoughts.
Work towards a shift that starts with knowing there will be change, but you [as a person] will not be reduced by it. Continue with a primary focus on growing something better together, finding the common ground, the common goals and the collective win.
A great collective win means you win. A bigger pie means bigger slices!
Last weekend I accidentally began watching “Alone,” a survival series on the History channel. The plot is simple. Ten contestants are dropped off on an island, must live off the land, and be the last person standing to win. They must build shelter, find food, manage through the elements, deal with the wildlife, etc. [Read more…]
You have something that others need … a gift, a talent, a skill, a treasure, etc. There is no need to ask if you can be of use. The only questions that remain are when and where do you want to be of use.
Put first things first (be purposeful), set aligned goals, prioritize actions, and execute.
Be present. Care for yourself and others.
Stubbornness gets doggedly locked into an attitude or position (the how).
Stay determined to reach your goals and be measured on “how” you get there.
Start this week off great by holistically expecting the very best of and for yourself.
Put first things first (be purposeful), set aligned goals, prioritize actions, and execute.
Be present. Care for yourself and others.
Stubbornness gets doggedly locked into an attitude or position (the how).
Stay determined to reach your goals and be measured on “how” you get there.
Determination is about your commitment to the goal (the why, the what).
Stubbornness gets doggedly locked into an attitude or position (the how).
Stay determined to reach your goals and be measured on “how” you get there.
Don’t overlook the “small things” in an eagerness to advance, they are the proving grounds for good habits. Scale and expansion don’t change the nature of your habits, it just amplifies them.
To “share the feelings of another” takes work, restraint, and discipline. It requires holding back on the natural inclination of listening to respond. However, if we really want to help someone … if you really want to create collaborative solutions … isn’t it worth it?
My encouragement is to “keep your eye on your ‘why.’” It sets your destination, fuels your determination and does not let barriers create procrastination.
“Juneteenth is a day on which honor and respect is paid for the sufferings of slavery. It is a day on which we acknowledge the evils of slavery and its aftermath. On Juneteenth we talk about our history and realize because of it, there will forever be a bond between us.” – Tom Feelings
Change is inevitable. Mindset is a choice. Power through or weather through? Grow or contract?
What do you envision for yourself?
That is intrinsically rooted?
That you know, that you know, THAT YOU KNOW?
Develop that strong mental picture of it. Then take the first step forward. It gets easier after that first step. Not because the road gets easier, but because your belief gets stronger.
Self-care could not be more important right now. It is a selfless act that allows you to continue to be of service to others. I encourage you to review an article I recently with some tips that might help. https://loom.ly/iDq4Adk
Long-term change requires persistence. Journal what is compelling you to act in this moment, it will serve as fuel for you down the road. – James Rosseau, Sr.
