“Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.” Alan Cohen. Fully embracing the idea that perfection is a myth has enabled me to become more productive and more confident than ever about my creative output quality and value. It is getting better for me all the time. My … Continue reading Perfection is a Myth
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“Project You”
This extensive article is all about encouraging you to adopt a scientific approach to your self-confidence development with you (hence the term “Project You”) as the main object of your study, research, and experimentation. Some questions. Do you struggle with overwhelm when thinking about self-confidence? Do you just try random things and hope something sticks? … Continue reading “Project You”
The “Baby Step” Approach to Goals
Have you ever given up on a big audacious goal whenever the going got a bit tough or it seemed like too long to wait to achieve it? Welcome to the club. It will likely have been more to do with your approach to goal achievement than your actual willpower or grit. The baby step … Continue reading The “Baby Step” Approach to Goals
Personal Principles and Emotional Intelligence
Before we begin Personal principles and emotional intelligence can offer you a very practical and values-based personal decision framework. Most people make decisions every day without ever being clear about the principles guiding them. As a result, choices are often driven by habit, pressure, or convenience rather than intention. A personal philosophy, or set of … Continue reading Personal Principles and Emotional Intelligence
Being Late Can Be Expensive
Excuses, excuses and more excuses for being late Being late can be expensive for you. It can be very expensive. If you're a serial offender you need to get a grip. Is this a typical scenario for you? You're a little late for a business meeting but it should be okay, right? It is only … Continue reading Being Late Can Be Expensive