Personal Growth Cafe – Page 91 – Empowering You to Live Your Inspired Vision!

August 13, 2018January 15, 2018

A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him. – David Brinkley

August 13, 2018January 15, 2018

Deadlines do not scare me. I let go of worry and concentrate on getting things done.

I am relaxed when faced with deadlines because I plan ahead and break my task into manageable pieces.

I know that procrastination only makes things more difficult for me, so I start on a project as early as I can in order to ease the pressure as the deadline approaches.

I let go of the idea that things will just come together and instead take the time to make solid plans.

I decide early if I’m going to need more supplies, more research, or more help. This way I have the time to find just what I need in a relaxed and thoughtful manner.

I organize my steps, dividing the task into pieces that I know I can handle. I am far more productive when I choose to do a little bit every day, than if I save it all for a last minute crunch.

I know when to delegate and have people lined up who can help me if, despite my best efforts, I find myself in a bind near the end of a project.

Because I have taken the time to help them when they were the ones in need, I know I will be able to count on them to help me.

I am proactive. By approaching each project with care and thoughtfulness, I am confident that I will be able to reach full completion without undue worry.

How do you give yourself time to deal with unexpected issues that might arise?

Have you fostered a team mentality by your own willingness to help others so you can get help when you need it?

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August 12, 2018January 15, 2018

The roots of true achievement lie in the will to become the best that you can become. – Harold Taylor

August 12, 2018January 15, 2018

Why Failure Is Really a Success

When something doesn’t go your way, what’s the first thought that pops into your head?

Do you chastise yourself?

Or do you reassure yourself that you are growing stronger and wiser with each challenge you face?

In reality, it’s not the successes that make you a stronger, more successful person; it’s the failures.

This may sound odd, but each failure you have is actually a success. Why, you ask?

Because it gives you the opportunity to improve, learn, and try again.

Let’s take a look at a couple of the world’s greatest failures that lead to the some of the most ubiquitous inventions of our time.

Did you know that 3M’s greatest failure was inventing glue that won’t stick?

That glue became the basis for the sticky backing on the “Post-It Note.”

The scientists at Pfizer were trying to create a medication that treated high blood pressure in men.

It failed to affect blood pressure, but it had one unexpected side effect.

We now know this drug as Viagra and it’s considered one of the most successful failures ever.

This doesn’t necessarily mean that each failure you encounter will land you with an immediate success.

But it’s always a stepping-stone along the way.

You Can Only Appreciate Success After You’ve Failed

Thomas Edison had an incredibly positive attitude about failure.

When he was questioned as to why so many of his experiments were failures, he responded by saying that he never had a failure in any of his experiments, rather, each experiment helped him discover another way that something would not work.

In reality, sometimes the only way to know whether you’ve succeeded is to fail.

Learning How to Deal With Disappointment

Dealing with the disappointment of failure can be tough for adults as well as for children.

But everyone experiences failure at some point in their lives and teaching our children how to deal with the disappointment is a critical life lesson.

Can you imagine a young adult, either a teen or college student, dealing with their first failures in the workplace?

A tantrum at any age is not appealing, never mind from an adult who should know better.

Consider the very wise words of Winston Churchill who said, “Success is going from failure to failure without losing enthusiasm.”

What did he mean exactly? Well here are three reasons why failing is a good thing:

Inspiration – Before you laugh, think about your childhood when you didn’t get something right the first time.

What did you do? Tried again and again!

Each time the thought in your head was, “I am going to get it right this time!” What better motivation do you need?

Humility – No one is perfect, sometimes we need to be reminded of that very fact!

Can you imagine a world where no one ever failed and we all walked around thinking we were God’s gift to the world?

Learning – Success makes you feel good, but failing teaches you a lesson.

Think back to the first time you swung a bat, learned to walk, or tried to eat with a fork.

Did you do it right the first time?

Of course not. Did you figure out with each failure what you were doing wrong?

Well if you can swing a bat today, walk and eat with a fork then I guess you did!

Failure brings positive change and success to those who are resilient. Are you?

How do you feel when you experience failures?

How has failures turned into something positive and successful?

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August 11, 2018January 15, 2018

Vision without action is a day dream. Action without vision is a nightmare. – Japanese Proverb

August 11, 2018January 15, 2018

Top 10 Self-Confidence Building Tips

A lack of confidence can affect every area of your life, from your job performance to your personal relationships.

In reality, how you perceive yourself has a powerful impact on how others treat you.

Some factors in bolstering self-confidence may be beyond your control, but there are some very tangible things that you can do as well.

Using these tips will help you reach your full potential as a successful and confident person.

1. Dress confidently. Dress like the person you want to be and you’ll feel yourself become that person.

When you look good, you’ll feel good. Now, this doesn’t mean that you have to go out and spend a fortune on clothes.

It’s better to buy a few really nice pieces than a bunch of cheap ones.

2. Walk faster. People who walk confidently keep a brisk pace because they have things to do and places to be.

Simply quickening your step will help you feel more confident.

3. Keep good posture. People can tell a lot about you by the way you carry yourself.

If you have slumped shoulders and cannot look people in the eye, you’ll leave a negative impression on them.

Keep your head up, make eye contact with others, and stand up straight and tall. You have nothing to hide.

4. Be grateful. Gratitude creates a state of peace in the body. A peaceful mind radiates confidence.

Make a list of the things you appreciate about yourself and be grateful for your past successes.

Tell those you love how much you appreciate them being in your life.

5. Compliment others. In addition to showing appreciation for what you have, it’s also important to show others your appreciation.

If you think negatively about yourself, then you’ll have a tendency to criticize others.

Break this habit by praising others on a daily basis. Seeing the best in others will bring out the best in you.

6. Give back. Contributing to the success of others will not only help you feel better about yourself, but karma will reward you in the end.

What goes around comes around, right?

Volunteer your time to help those in need or make a monetary contribution to your favorite local charity.

7. Don’t be afraid to speak up. Many people keep quiet for fear of saying something silly.

Taking an active role in discussions will distinguish you as a leader amongst your peers.

They will quickly recognize that you have confidence and plenty to offer.

8. Exercise regularly. If you work hard to create a better physical image, you’ll not only be healthier, but you’ll also have more energy.

Both of these things will contribute to your self-confidence, as will the compliments you’ll receive.

9. Sit in the front row. Most of us have a tendency to try to blend into the back of the room somewhere.

We don’t like being noticed. Confident people sit up front where they can take part in discussions without fear.

10. Take a chance and try something new. Learning a new hobby or activity will broaden your horizons and help you feel “alive.”

Anytime you spend stretching your mind improves your overall self-confidence.

Life’s Lessons

The more self-confidence you build in yourself, the more likely you’ll be to succeed.

No matter what task you choose to conquer, you’ll do so with enthusiasm.

Any setbacks you encounter won’t bother you because you’ll have the confidence necessary to continue.

Those who are insecure often find life to be a struggle, but with self-confidence, you can find it to be a joy. Why suffer when you can soar!

Why must you push yourself to persevere?

How can you fill your mind with powerful thoughts today?

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August 10, 2018January 15, 2018

A good compromise is one where everybody makes a contribution. – Angela Merkel

August 10, 2018January 15, 2018

Tips to Make Group Collaborations Run Efficiently

Whether you’re the person in charge of the group or simply one of the key people that help make the wheel turn, you’re in a position that’s critical to making everything work smoothly in a team.

When it comes to teamwork, there are times when things can easily get out of control.

Dealing with other people can sometimes make you feel frustrated no matter what the setting.

There are things you can do to make working in a group more enjoyable.

Let’s discuss a few collaboration techniques to make the process a more level playing field for everyone involved.

Defining Every Member’s Role in the Group

There must be clear definitions of responsibility for every member of the group. This is important no matter how big or small the group is.

Even if there are only two people involved, it will help alleviate problems such as duplicate work or missing pieces.

A group won’t function unless everyone involved knows what their job is and is allowed to carry it out.

Here are a few things to keep in mind:

Always clarify your exact responsibilities for the project.
Consider the other tasks being performed and how they relate to your specific duty.
Think about the skills necessary to complete the project and who is best suited to perform those steps.
Make sure everyone involved understands the project and all the steps needed to complete it.
Leave the floor open for questions and solutions should they arise throughout the project.

Dividing Up the Work

No one appreciates having all the work of their teammates dumped on them so consider how much time each step of the project takes and divide the work accordingly.

Always ask yourself:

How many hours do you think a specific task will take?
How will the added tasks fit into each person’s schedule?
What else are they responsible for? Do they have too much on their plate?

If you’re a team leader, remember that people won’t necessarily do things exactly as you would have done it, and that’s okay!

Just because they do things differently doesn’t make their way wrong.

Resist the Urge to Micromanage Your Team

The people you’re overseeing were put on your team for a reason. If you’re dealing with people you trust, simply trust them to do their job.

While asking for an update is fine, constantly being after them about meeting their deadline is one way to drive them crazy or stage a revolt!

Micromanaging is extremely alienating to members of a team.

Unless you can make your team feel comfortable with their assigned jobs, you’ll end up with some really unhappy team members.

Settling Conflict

When you’re working on a team, conflict is something you’ll have to deal with at some point or another along the way.

In some ways, developing a teacher’s outlook is important.

For example, unless the members with the conflict are going to bring it to you in a formal manner, it’s often best not to get involved.

However, if you see active cruelty or malice going on, make sure you put a stop to it quickly.

While there’s nothing necessarily wrong with heated discussions, make sure the entire team understands that hostility or disrespect simply won’t be tolerated.

The above tips are four key areas that should be dealt with as soon as possible once the group is formed.

Working with a team can be very rewarding when the strengths of its members are used in harmony.

How can doing things as a team help make the workload lighter?

How can help from others cause efficiency in your work?

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August 9, 2018January 15, 2018

Sanity may be madness but the maddest of all is to see life as it is and not as it should be. – Don Quixote

August 9, 2018January 15, 2018

Tips for Using “The Secret” In Your Life

By now you must’ve heard of The Secret, a book by Rhonda Bryne that talks about the Law of Attraction and how to use The Secret in your life.

But have you read the book or seen the movie and tried to incorporate the tips into your life but failed?

If so, it’s okay! You’re not alone.

That frustration stems from the fact that The Secret really only skims the surface on what you need to do in order to change your life.

To help you have the success you’re after, we’ve compiled a few tips to help you achieve your deepest desires!

How to Use The Secret In Your Daily Life

The basic premise of The Secret is that you attract the things you constantly think about.

To help make sure you stay on track with manifesting your desires, make a list.

You may think you know what you want, but those thoughts are often vague or not put in the right perspective.

Get specific. Instead of writing that you want to be out of debt, you need to visualize that you have all the money you could ever need and desire.

Think of your credit card statements with a zero balance. Think about what you will do with the money.

Make your list of wants very precise all the way down to the smallest detail.

Use visual reminders to help keep you focused. If you want a new car, then find a picture of the exact car you want.

You can even go to a dealership with a friend and take your dream car for a test drive and have your friend take your picture in the car.

Print the picture out and post it where you’ll see it each and everyday. You can do this with anything you want.

To attract more money, write yourself a check in the exact amount you want and post it everywhere you can see it.

The mind works well with visual reminders and clues.

Create a personal mantra or motto that you can use as a screensaver or wallpaper on your computer.

Record the message on your voicemail.

Write it out on small slips of paper and post those papers everywhere so every time you start to slip into negative thinking, you have a positive reminder to help you re-focus.

Reprogram Your Mind

To make sure you’re taking complete advantage of what The Secret teaches, you have to reprogram the way you think and this takes time.

Making sure you have gentle reminders that help reprogram your mind will be greatly beneficial.

It’s easy to slip into the old way of thinking, worrying about money, or stressing over negative things.

But you can disallow yourself to get into that negative spiral by staying focused on the positive.

Being Grateful For The Abundance Already In Your Life

You also need to be grateful for the things you have in your life right now. No, you may not have everything you want, but you have everything you need to succeed.

Be thankful for each day you wake up, for the fact that you’re able to breathe and move on your own.

Be thankful that you have a job, a roof over your head, and clothes on your back.

Be gracious because you have someone who loves you.

The only way to get more of a good thing is to appreciate the good you have.

Create a gratitude book.

Write in it whenever you have time and keep it handy so any time you feel down, you can take it out and remind yourself of all the good you have.

Follow these tips and you’ll see the magic of The Secret at work in your life.

How can you prevent discouragement?

What are you hopeful about today?

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