I'm Inspired

Sunday, May 27, 2007

inspired to achieve results????

Why is it most people don’t achieve the results and outcomes they want?"Yes – if you’re not achieving the results you want, it will be because ofthe following reasons - perhaps just one of them, a combination or even allof them!The flip of course is alignment of these four critical success factors willguarantee consistent outcomes… every time!
Here’s the model:I call it the G – P – A – F ModelGOALPLANACTIONFEEDBACK

Let me explain:The starting point is a compelling GoalI always remember the first time I heard this expression related to goalsetting: “If you don’t know where you’re going…all the roads lead there!”How true is that?!Whether personally or professionally a compelling, worthy goal is thestarting point of the entire process.The next step the Plan – once you’re locked in on the goal what does theplan look like in order to get you there?Once set – what Actions do you need to take, aligned to the plan in orderto deliver the goal? And finally…The final step, without regular Feedback - how do you know whether you’reon track or not? Regular reviews or a regular feedback loop is essential.Now, back to the opening statement: "Why is it most people don’t achieve the results and outcomes they want?"Which of the factors is it down to?ü Is the goal unrealistic in the first place and just not achievable?Have you been too optimistic with the timescales?ü Is the plan or strategy to deliver the goal just not going to crackit or…ü Is it that you or your people are just not following the plan inorder to achieve the goal? And finally…ü The only way you know is if you’re blocking out quality time toreview on a frequent basisSummary…If there are goals or outcomes you’re not achieving currently – perhaps nowis the time to block out some quality time and review them against thissimple, yet highly effective model.


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Sunday, May 06, 2007

The healthy art of forgiving!

Many people are afraid to forgive because they feel they must remember the wrong or they will not learn from it. The opposite is true. Through forgiveness, the wrong is released from its emotional stranglehold on us so that we can learn from it. Through the power and intelligence of the heart, the release of forgiveness brings expanded intelligence to work with the situation more effectively.

The Healthy Art of Forgiving:Holding grudges may be part of human nature, but recent studies show that it works to the detriment not just of spiritual well-being but of our physical health as well. Bitterness, anger, hostility, and fear are emotions that have specific physiologic consequences—such as increased blood pressure and hormonal changes—linked to cardiovascular disease, immune suppression and impaired neurological function.

On the flip side, research reveals how forgiveness can work to reduce the stress of the unforgiving state.

Starting today, cultivate forgiveness in your own life and observe the learning that comes through it.

try it -it works!

Cheers

Phil T