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RISING WOMEN EXPERT
ADVICE...
I have been hearing the term “Success Habits” lately. What are they and
where can I find some?
Unlike a trendy pair of shoes, you can’t just buy yourself a pre-packaged
“New and Improved Set of Success Habits”. The habits that shape us are of
our own design. Everyday there are hundreds of routines we complete
automatically. In fact, psychologists say that up to 90% of our behavior is
habitual. This is a good-bad thing; our habits let us maneuver on auto-pilot
allowing us to accomplish more in the day. However, if we completely behave
unconscious to our habits; then we may be choosing habits that are moving us
away from our dreams rather than toward them.
Your current habits are producing your current lifestyle. If you are leading
a life that is successful in all areas -- family, personal relationships,
career, finances, etc. -- then you have a handle on Success Habits! Most of
us though have at least one area we are aiming to improve in our lives.
Recently I met a woman who said, “Every time I set goals, I break them! I
can never hold myself accountable.” On further inquiry it came to light that
she had never actually gotten to the “goal setting stage” where she had
clearly defined, written and measurable goals. In fact, she was just working
with a “Wish List”. Now everybody needs a “Wish List” and ultimately, this
is the first step in setting goals. However, to achieve our dreams and
goals, we need to move beyond a “Wish List”.
So why do so many people never get beyond just wishing for a better life? As
described by Brian Tracey, author and goal-setting expert, there are four
main reasons why people never get around to setting goals: 1) they do not
realize the incredible benefits of having written, specific and measurable
goals; 2) they do now know how to set goals; 3) they fear failure; and 4)
they fear they will be rejected.
Just think, if your habits run your life, and your goals focus you on
creating successful habits, then it is critical for your success and
happiness to set goals. Recognizing where you are at with this process is a
step in the right direction. If you have not set goals for 2009 then take
the time now to do so. If you need assistance, contact me and I will send
you a powerful goal setting process. If you have already set goals, but have
fallen off the New Year’s Resolution wagon, get back on! Take the time to
create the plan that will achieve your goals and start following that plan
today!
For more advice on creating “Success Habits”, contact Tina Cassidy at
403.993.6224 or
info@purposewithin.com Visit
www.purposewithin.com
about Tina & her services.
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