You have to stand for something...

Sit, walk, or run, but never wobble.

Zen Proverb

It's difficult at times to stand up for what's right and it's even more difficult at times to make a decision and move on without letting self-doubt or circumstances make you think you may have made a big mistake!

The important thing is to base your decisions on good information and weigh your options before making that final decision.  It almost seems like a cliche, but I still believe that making a list of pros and cons is very helpful when you need to make a decision that requires thoughtful reflection.

I've made some big decisions lately and before each one I've gathered relevant information from accurate sources, weighed the pros and cons, discussed my potential plans with trusted friends, and spent time thinking and praying about the decision.  Will taking these precautions guarantee that I've made the right decions? No. However, taking steps to ensure that I'm basing my decisions on good information greatly increases the odds!

What about those times when decisions must be made quickly?  I've found that people who are used to being careful with their decisions and choices, seem to develop an instinct....that "gut feeling" we hear about....that enables them to see the big picture quickly and focus on the need at hand.

My challenge to you is to be confident as you make important decisions.  Be diligent in gathering the information needed to make the decisions, then trust yourself enough to do it!

Blessings,

Sharon

Here's what I want....

A positive attitude focuses on what you do want.
A negative attitude focuses on what you don't want.

Connie Podesta & Jean Gatz

Have you ever noticed when there's perceived trouble the conversations seem to focus on the very thing that no one seems to want?  


Whether it's an elected official, or some other leader that people are disappointed in or a situation that simply needs to change to improve the quality of life for everyone involved, we find ourselves listening to people reiterate the same negative information over and over.


To a certain extent, maybe we've all been caught up in the cycle of negativity at one time or another.


As we begin this new week, my challenge to you is to think about the negative things you've heard in the past few weeks, then write down something positive you would like to see happen in that very situation.  It may be something you need to accomplish or it may simply be an overarching goal of improvement in yourself,  your family, or your career.


When negative things are brought up to you, or when they work their way into your thought processes, stop, remind yourself of that good thing you would like to see come about, then move toward doing something that can help make that good thing a reality!


Have a good week!


Blessings!


Sharon

Raising the bar....

"With greatness comes responsibility." -- Winston Churchill


I've had the privilege to be part of many different organizations over the years and one thing I've noticed that the really great ones have in common is the acknowledgement that once the standard has been set high for a conference, a task or a performance, people expect you to maintain that same high standard in everything you do!


We seem to measure each new task, performance, seminar or conference by our past experiences. Furthermore, as an organization represents its members and others, it is  "responsible" for maintaining that high level of satisfaction among its members and participants!


High standards are set by highly successful people in all walks of life.  If your standards are not set as high as they should be, take some time today and think about your personal and professional priorities.  Have you been "responsible" when it comes to maintaining high standards for yourself?  Are you a part of a team that helps maintain high standards for an organization?


To be a great person, and to be involved in a great organization, you must hold yourself and your coworkers responsible for that "greatness."  


We welcome your comments!

Personal Accountability

“Instead of wondering when your next vacation is, maybe you should set up a life you don't need to escape from.” 
― Seth Godin

It's a great thing to set your goals and have them written down and visible. Too often, though, we set unreachable goals and become so focused on them we forget our "now" -- our "present reality".

We focus on that dream vacation, or that new car, or new home but forget that we are struggling to make ends meet, or struggling in a personal relationship that is hindering our forward progress toward the goal, or that something needs to be done to fix our business, or increase sales so the goal is truly reachable.

Choose today to figure out where you stand personally and professionally. Write down where you are in your personal relationships and set three small, specific achievable goals to improve them.  Make it YOUR responsibility. Do what YOU need to do to be kind, generous and compassionate. Then do the same  for your professional life.

Be a memorable, remarkable person TODAY!