many people confuse goals with dreams.
it's the goal that gets you to the dream...
gerri bostick
it's the goal that gets you to the dream...
gerri bostick
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The intersection of COVID-19 and the tremendous loss of life, Black Lives Matter protests and racial inequality, global warming, and the loss of jobs in this country has created a massive tornado effect that has all of us swerving in its vortex. Even for the strongest among us, it is a lot to assimilate.
What do you need most when you are out of sorts? What do you need now? Are you filled with anxiety about your future, your team or your company? Are you distressed about your child or children going back to school? Are you afraid? Or, are you numb to everything that is going on around you? Breakthrough thinking is not revolutionary, and it is not reserved for geniuses. You don’t inspire your teammates by showing them how amazing you are. You inspire them by showing them how amazing they are. Robin Benincasa Leadership is a journey and there is no fixed formula to arriving. It is important to assess how you are being perceived by other colleagues, your boss and other stakeholders. How you view yourself is often off target since you can’t see your blind spots so it is important to gain regular feedback. You can improve your impact and influence, and your “inspiration quotient” for sure. A recent Predictive Index survey on engagement showed that 9 of the top 10 drivers of engagement involve the company and its leaders. Making a bigger impact in other people's lives is what leadership is all about, and the good news is it's easier than you think. HOW TO BOUNCE BACK FROM REJECTION “What’s the greater risk? Letting go of what other people think - or letting go of how I feel, what I believe, and who I am? Brene Brown Rejection will come. We see and read about so many stories of rejection and we applaud those who persevere and overcome intentional slights or outright rejection. We marvel at people who are knocked down and are able to shake off the dust and rise again. J.K. Rowling’s first “Harry Potter” novel was rejected 12 times and Stephen King’s story “Carrie” was rejected 38 times. Oprah Winfrey was rejected from a local news station and turned that rejection into a highly successful national talk show. Imagine what would have happened if these three had not persisted! The world would have missed their significant contributions. Socializing with others is part of our basic needs, like hunger or thirst. If you can envision Maslow’s hierarchy, this would be at the center of the pyramid, and a definitive requirement for personal fulfillment. As much as we may prefer being alone, or energizing ourselves through self-reflection, if we are normal, we need to interact socially with other people.
I remember a song called “Everybody Is a Star” by Sly and the Family Stone and I would sometimes reflect on what goes into becoming one. The people we remember most are the ones who are front and center or in the public light. Others are the driving forces behind them and have no interest or desire to be in the limelight. Many people find joy in helping other people whenever and wherever they can. Their real passion is in helping others live their dreams. These people are the real heroes. We can all be stars, whether we are in the limelight or not, and whether we know it or not.
There’s an expression that is often heard: “Everyone loves a winner!” I believe: “Everyone loves the one who helps others become winners!” Self-awareness is our capacity to stand apart from ourselves and examine our thinking, our motives, our history, our scripts, our actions, and our habits and tendencies. Stephen Covey
Leaders who are self-aware are less stressed, have more confidence, and create healthier outcomes. They get things done quicker because they are aware of what's going on around them and are tuned in to others' vibes. They have mastered the art of building good relationships and are promoted faster. 10 Steps to Help You Decide What's Next
I have talked to countless people over the past year who are trying to figure out what they want to do next in their careers. Mid-career managers and executives have told me that they don't have time to think or even reflect on what they want to do next. They are so overwhelmed and "busy" that they have a fleeting thought about this, but just keep moving. Some are not even sure if they like their current jobs and others are wondering if life as an entrepreneur would be more rewarding. What most are thinking about is that they need to get comfortable with what's next, even if that means staying on the current career path. Making a move takes work, and is a personal decision, so proceed deliberately and develop a plan that reflects what you know is next for you. Success is focusing the full power of all you are on what you have a burning desire to achieve. Wilfred Peterson |
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