Business professionals tend to be rote, meaning we are habitual in our repetition of daily tasks and activities and often we get complacent or lazy. The successful pro’s in their industries make a commitment towards working their craft and always improving.
They accept coaching, strategy sessions, and most of all have a strong desire to not be outworked. Now, that doesn’t mean it is everyone, some people have natural talent and abilities. They can make it with or without training, extra desire, and focus. I wish I was that person!
However, imagine taking that talent, adding passion and focus, that is where Hall Of Fame individuals come from. Truly a rarified air! So let us look past those individuals, as they are not whom who should compare ourselves to. Sure we can identify and reach for those stars but we are common people, we are driven and hard working. We are wired to be the best that we can, and have the work ethic that will allow us to thrive. We just need a little push, guidance and prep!
I love sports analogies, just because they are appropriate in many business principles. Take a look at the right side of this web page. That is a little snippet of what coaches and players go through on a weekly basis to hone their craft and excel on Sundays! You will notice a specific plan, a focus and attention to detail that they plan to utilize to succeed at their tasks on Sunday. Each week the details may change, the information will be different, but the pattern for success and work will be consistent. They are pro’s for a reason, and this is a large part of their success and their ability to be driven.
Ask yourself what your week looks like? What is driving you? How are you reaching or even setting your goals for the day/week/month? Often times, this is the place that needs to be taken care of first. Develop that path, addition the rationale of why it is important, and then drive yourself with passion!
