Thoughts
All we are, is a result of our daily thoughts – Anonymous. What we think, we become. It’s therefore paramount for us to be mindful of what we think. Every day.
Simplifying
Even in a world that becomes more complex every day, you have the power to simplify your life and your work. You simplify by getting focused on what matters most; by getting clarity on what is truly important – Joe Calloway. When we simplify, things get done. When we simplify, we are effective, more productive,
Clarity in goals
Vague goals produce vague results – Jack Canfield. Clarity in goals is energising – for oneself and for the teams around. Clarity in goals produces the results we want. Are my goals clear to me? Are team goals clear to the teams?
What works
‘If it works, don’t fix it. Once you know what works, do more of what works. If it doesn’t work, don’t do it again, do something different’ – Anonymous. Are we watching enough of what we do, what happens, what works?
3 Caveats
People with high levels of Emotional Intelligence (EI) are known to use these 3 caveats before they say anything, in their conversations: – Does this need to be said? – Does this need to be said by me? – Does this need to be said by me now? Immensely powerful; Can I follow them in
Preparation
Preparation – Its importance in achieving what we aim to achieve can’t be overstated; It’s often said when preparation meets opportunity, luck happens! How well am I prepared to achieve what I want to achieve? What am I doing today (as part of preparation) towards my journey?
Change
If you fight them, you’re probably fighting the future. Embrace them and you have a tailwind – Jeff Bezos on external influences / changes. Change can be frightening, disruptive; Change throws open opportunities too! Resisting, accepting, adapting or embracing. What’s my choice?
Actions
The best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing – Theodore Roosevelt. It’s the actions that have changed the world (than the thoughts). Also, people become who they are, because of what they do. Am I actioning
Opportunities
To hell with circumstances; I create opportunities – Bruce Lee. We see what we look for. What am I looking for?
Commitments
Often we get distracted by several opportunities that float around. Each may seem attractive and clear – Yet we tend to forget the commitments that come along with each of them: in terms of energy, time, money… Being mindful helps – to optimise our commitments; as to where we put our energy, time and money.