"Ideas not coupled with action never become bigger than the brain cells they occupy." - Arnold H Glasow Welcome to another A.W.E. inspired post! What idea can you take action on today? Try following this 3 step approach to create AND experience a completed idea! A - Awareness What are your current goals? Where do you want to apply laser focus? What ideas do [...]
One of my favorite quotes is, "An apple a day keeps the doctor away, but 7 apples on Sunday just gives you a stomach ache." I have NO IDEA where I first heard this . . . but my interpretation is consistent action every day is far better than doing nothing all week, and then "catching up" on Sunday. Usually when we think [...]
This week, I'm visiting family in sunny Florida! Since I'm away - but you are still here - I thought I'd answer a time management question. Remember - each day is a process - keep moving forward! [newsletter-sign-up-form] Dear SystemSavvy, I have so much on my mind, I feel like I’m spinning in a million directions at once. What should I do? Sincerely, [...]
Creating change. How many times do you set a goal? Decide to change a habit? Commit to improving your life? What are your keys to success? Clearly defined goal? Creating the smallest possible action step? Scheduling time to create action? Working with an accountability partner? One of my keys to success is to have a strong support network. Teamwork really makes the dream work! [...]
The Power of Habit. How do you create change? How do you accomplish a goal? You've been successful in the past . . . what did you do? How do you stay focused on staying focused? According to Charles Duhigg in the Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business, creating change is dependent on recognizing cues, and routines, [...]
Keeping with the theme this month of "Overwhelm" I'd like to offer you a "Peek Into My Brain"! One of the top challenges my clients face is feeling overwhelmed by the number of time demands in their life. When we work together in our one-on-one coaching programs, we really start to focus on prioritizing and scheduling. What is most important and how do we [...]
Does this sound like you? “There’s so much on my plate I’m choking!” “My to-do list takes up a whole legal pad!” “My mind is spinning – I don’t know what to pick up next! HELP!” [newsletter-sign-up-form] First step : BREATHE! Next step: Be A.W.E.’d! After learning about AWE, Wendy just emailed me to say, “My biggest learning so far is that I need [...]
Dear loyal reader – This month I’m focusing on moving past overwhelm. We’ve all been there – so many activities on our plates. A recent member of the A.W.E. Challenge emailed her challenge: Ugh - I work 2 jobs and do a lot volunteer work ~ with one job being building a new business ~ I have a hard time prioritizing ~ I have [...]
The 30 Day A.W.E. Inspired Challenge is winding to an end. For the last month, I’ve been fortunate enough to share my thoughts, techniques, and strategies with a motivated group of adults as they work towards applying laser action towards one area of their lives. [newsletter-sign-up-form] Exciting stuff!!! (Check back in a few days and I will share some the accomplishments from the challenge!) [...]
"The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking places." Welcome to another A.W.E. inspired post! [newsletter-sign-up-form] Try following this 3 step approach as you create change. A - Awareness What is your intention for today? What is important to you? What distractions or obstacles could stand in your way - and cause you to park? W - Work What can you do [...]
