I made a mistake this week. Actually, probably more than one, but I’m only going to mention one! I got a bill ready to send and then somehow it got under some papers on my desk. By the time I…
Monthly Archives: August 2006
Idea Generation and Capture
Ideas are wild creatures Entice them Actively pursue a creative environment that will attract ideas. Feed and water ideas so they will grow and multiply. To track them down, get out of your comfort zone, try creative arts, and mingle…
Posted in goals, productivity
Action Steps
I’ve always struggled with breaking goals down into specific action steps. Instead I often have a general idea and just keep “working on it.” The key breakthrough for me was when I read a book called “Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda” by…
My Ideal Time Management System
I’ve been so impressed by the forms generated by David Seah on his Printable CEO blog. With his wonderful imagination he brings fun and a sense of play to time management. His concrete goals tracker is geared to his field,…
Posted in goals, productivity
Searching for Answers
You know how sometimes you may be about ready to give up and someone gives you a word of encouragement that keeps you going? A big Thank You to Chris Brogan for writing the post about the Daily PlanIt at…
Posted in personal development
Discover U in Ten Steps
Discovering you helps in many areas of life: finding direction, using strengths, choosing careers, and building relationships. Whether you are wondering what you want to do with your life, or searching for ways to develop your potential, there is one…
Posted in Discover U, goals
Express Yourself
Express Yourself is Part Ten of Ten Steps to Discover U. You know who you are, now is the time to be the real you. Who can hear your voice if you do not speak your truth? Who can see…
Tell Your Story
Tell Your Story is Part Nine of Ten Steps to Discover U. Storytelling is a powerful way to communicate. A well told story can capture attention, connect us with others, and shape behavior. To identify a personal brand is to…
The Sweet Spot
A brief break from the Discover U series to mention a book I’ve been reading called “Cure for the Common Life” by Max Lucado. Read your life backwards, he says, to find those moments where satisfaction intersects success. Look for…
Posted in goals, personal development
Think About Your Talents and Goals
Think About Your Talents and Goals – Part Eight of Ten Steps to Discover U. To set meaningful goals, explore clues to purpose and uncover hidden talents. Talents are natural abilities that come easily to you and allow you to…
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