One of the ways to clearly define your goals is to use the SMART acronym. There are now several versions of the SMART acronym and whichever version you choose is a good place to start. In a previous blog, I went through some of these in more detail or check out my recent video (and there’s always … [Read more...]
“What’s your New Year’s resolution?” How I dislike this question! When I stopped answering this empty question with empty words my life began to change. The more I work on myself and with my clients the more I understand why setting goal works. When you can clearly define a goal that’s … [Read more...]
For the last 6 years, I’ve lived in Sydney where the New Year’s Eve fireworks are supposed to be the best in the world, each year getting bigger & better. I have yet to venture into the city for this major event. Am I getting old? Or do I just prefer quiet? (I like to think it’s the latter!) I … [Read more...]
And so here it is, the last week of 2016! For me, the week between Christmas and New Year is guilt-free time off where I can just “be”, connect with family and friends whether by phone, in writing or in person, and begin to plan my next year. In sharing with others this past week or so I’m … [Read more...]
I’m sure life has been even more crazy busy than usual as Christmas preparations are finalised and the year comes to a close. Holidays and Christmas close downs can be a frantic time of wrapping up and closing down, of ticking off those lists in preparation for what needs to be done, in whatever way … [Read more...]
By the time this blog comes out it’s a week from Christmas. While most people are madly rushing to the stores I’m heading in the other direction! This week I’m spending time wrapping up my year, appreciating my life and preparing to spend quality time with those who are important to me. I’m … [Read more...]
This week I’ve started making the changes that will take me forward into next year. It’s going slower than I’d hoped and yet I realize this is exactly when I can potentially be derailed from finishing what I’d started. The bright shiny object of moving on with the new can easily take me away from … [Read more...]
How quickly December has come around! This month is all about completing the year, wrapping up, celebration and setting the scene for an even bigger and better year next year. So, if November was a challenge for you too, then you’ll be more determined to continue for this last month of the year and … [Read more...]
It was Einstein who said, “insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Why does this quote inspire me when I’m talking about setbacks? Setbacks are an obvious point at which to review, refocus and take action. However, doing more of the same is not the … [Read more...]
This week I’ve been floored by the number of setbacks I’ve experienced. The disappointments, the anger and blame, the unfairness of it all and the frustration! It seems like I’m so close, on the right track, following things through and then – BAM! My own words echo back at me – stay calm, regroup, … [Read more...]