To continue on with the success formula from yesterday, once you have in mind what you want and you believe that you can get it, you're ready for the next step. You are now going to add action to the formula.
As I have pointed out a number of times in previous posts:
Information is not knowledge without action
Knowledge creates choices
Choices allow us to change our lives
If you begin with the end in mind, you can visualize exactly what you are looking for. Whether you set up intermediate goals as stepping stones, or enlist the aid of a coach or mentor, you will need a path to follow. But you must take the steps, no one can do it for you. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
Tracking your progress along the way can help motivate you. It can also let you know if you are deviating from your path. If you deviate too far, you will not get where you want to go. Every positive step can get you closer. Inevitably, you will encounter problems and obstacles. This is normal and should be expected. Nothing worthwhile ever comes easy. This is where a coach or mentor can help you overcome the problem, but you must be teachable. I've seen many people give up at this point simply because they don't trust the guidance given to them or are unwilling to do the necessary steps to overcome the problem.
Another important item of assistance is to find others going on the same path. The group can always encourage each other during difficult times. It can also make celebrations of milestones so much more enjoyable. Success is truly a journey, not a destination. Why not share the rewards?
There will be more on the success formula this week. Stay tuned ...
The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns,
but the path of the upright is a highway. Proverbs 15:19 (NIV)
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Email: DeltaInspire@panama-vo.com
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