Think about this for your business and life. What is waiting for you beyond your current perception? If you looked a little further, tried a little harder, searched for more meaning or were open to a new definition, what would you discover?
Fresh Eggs
I recently had an opportunity to buy farm fresh eggs. Not just eggs from a carton that claim to have fresh eggs but actually from the farm itself. The eggs were laid hours before we picked them up.
The eggs had a sunset orange to the yolks and I realized after eating one that this was my new definition of fresh. My previous knowledge of a fresh egg was determined by the expiration date on the carton. The eggs had pale yellow yolks. Because this was the only experience I had with eggs, this was my reality and not knowing any better, I didn't realize what I was missing all along.
Think about this for your business and life. What is waiting for you beyond your current perception? If you looked a little further, tried a little harder, searched for more meaning or were open to a new definition, what would you discover?
Think about this for your business and life. What is waiting for you beyond your current perception? If you looked a little further, tried a little harder, searched for more meaning or were open to a new definition, what would you discover?
Heads Up
It's easy to get caught up in the day to day activities of your business and life. Your head is buried in your work and your time is consumed by those who need your support.
Take the time to lift your head up and look towards the horizon at where you want to be. Encourage those you manage to do the same. It's a lot easier to adjust your path and correct things as you move along.
Determine what is really important and meaningful and let that be your guide!
Take the time to lift your head up and look towards the horizon at where you want to be. Encourage those you manage to do the same. It's a lot easier to adjust your path and correct things as you move along.
Determine what is really important and meaningful and let that be your guide!
May I Help You?
I recently visited a store where I had made a significant purchase in 2004. I was shocked to see the difference in customer service. Thinking it might have been an off day, I went back again and had the same experience, obviously, not a good one. As I looked at the merchandise and even initiated a "hi" to the salesman, I was never asked the question, "May I help you?" This happened on both occasions.
I am not sure what their new branding strategy or sales approach might be but it really didn't matter. My experience became my reality. I wondered if this company's success has negated their efforts of connecting with the customers.
Check in with your business, core leadership team and customer service group to see if your emphasis on customer service remains the utmost importance to your organization.You never know who may be your biggest supporter.
Defining Success
Have you defined 'Success' lately? As you grow and change, so does your definition of success. What does success means to you at this moment? If you do not redefine what success means to you, others will. Unconsciously you may begin to follow what others believe success is and you mold your life around their definition of success rather then your own.
Take the time to define success in all areas of your life: Primary Relationship, Financial, Physical well being, Spirituality, Physical Surroundings, Extreme Self Care, Relationships, Self Development, Profession etc.
Defining success on your terms brings out the best in your role as the leader in your life and business.
Take the time to define success in all areas of your life: Primary Relationship, Financial, Physical well being, Spirituality, Physical Surroundings, Extreme Self Care, Relationships, Self Development, Profession etc.
Defining success on your terms brings out the best in your role as the leader in your life and business.
A Call to Save Christmas – A Leadership Initiative
I love this time of year. People are happy, a little more giving and the world seems to have more peace and love. But over the years, I’ve noticed a change. The change was brought to my attention many years back as I went to visit my friend Bob in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. I went to wish him a Merry Christmas but instead caught myself using the “politically correct” term, Happy Holidays. After our greetings and brief exchange, Bob mentioned that no one says Merry Christmas any more. I looked at him and shook my head in agreement, as we simultaneously said, “Merry Christmas” to each other in unison. I have never forgotten that day.
As many countries and the world become more culturally integrated, an envelope has been created to not offend anyone. That envelope is the “politically correct” safe mode. I think that our efforts at integration have created thin eggshells for us to walk on that have deterred us from the true meaning of Christmas. I am not speaking about the commercialization that Christmas has morphed into, I am referring to the love, hope and dreams that Christmas brings in memory of the birth of Jesus Christ.
On a global picture, it’s not just about Christmas. It could be one of hundreds or so celebrations in honor of cultural deities and traditions. It is about respecting other cultures celebrating their Source of Divine Presence and allowing them to share the love and joy in their tradition whether or not you celebrate that occasion. Without peace between religions there can never be peace in the world.
My concern is for the next generation of the stewards of this world, our children. Not just our biological children but all children of the world. I do not see the hope and inspiration I saw growing up as a child in our children today. Yes there are many organizations, people and communities that are doing a fantastic job providing hope and inspiration. I am calling for a more unified, cohesive, global effort to move forward in using Christmas as a spring-board to start reviving love, respect, hope and peace among all cultures.
I love the meaning of Namaste. The word Namaste, originating out of India, is a greeting or salutation used when meeting someone. Although the meanings vary, I interpret it to be the welcoming and honoring of Spirit within you.
Imagine having this energy when others are celebrating their cultural holiday events. Allowing others to share their beliefs and for us to understand a little more about our neighbors, friends, co-workers and even strangers allows them to do the same. As we learn more, we invite love, peace, hope and understanding.
As a leader in your business, work or family, I am inviting you to bring the words “Merry Christmas” back as a catalyst to allow others to so the same in their own celebrations. Even if you do not celebrate Christmas, by returning those words to someone that does, means you honor and respect their love for their Source of Divine Presence and accept their gift of love, peace and joy.
Life wouldn’t be the same with Santa Claus saying, “HO, HO, HO Happy Holidays..”
With this, I wish you a Merry Christmas.
With Love and Respect,
Jeff
Million Dollar Attitude
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Jeff Bow Executive and Leadership Coach provides expert advice on Business, Leadership and Life Balance.
Jeff Bow Executive and Leadership Coach provides expert advice on Business, Leadership and Life Balance.
The Driver
As the end of 2010 nears, it is not only a great time to reflect on the year's events but also to challenge your thinking, to expand the boundaries of possibilities and to open the door to an Infinite Source.
Think about how your business or life would be different if the main driving force was Spirituality. Ask yourself the following questions:
1. How would your life change?
2. Would your level of stress go down and your happiness go up?
3. How would you view your current business relationships, friendships and future partnerships?
4. How would you view money, bills and receivables?
5. Would Spirituality help you to be better in all areas of your life?
6. How would you incorporate Your Source of Divine Presence in everything that you do?
Being a leader is more than a title. It takes courage and integrity to be an innovator and ground breaker. If you are going to make a positive difference in this world, being a part of the "status quo" is not acceptable.
Are you ready to rise to the leadership role of the highest consciousness?
Think about how your business or life would be different if the main driving force was Spirituality. Ask yourself the following questions:
1. How would your life change?
2. Would your level of stress go down and your happiness go up?
3. How would you view your current business relationships, friendships and future partnerships?
4. How would you view money, bills and receivables?
5. Would Spirituality help you to be better in all areas of your life?
6. How would you incorporate Your Source of Divine Presence in everything that you do?
Being a leader is more than a title. It takes courage and integrity to be an innovator and ground breaker. If you are going to make a positive difference in this world, being a part of the "status quo" is not acceptable.
Are you ready to rise to the leadership role of the highest consciousness?
The Leader in You - Inspiration
The ability to summon positive emotions during periods of intense
stress lies at the heart of effective leadership.
- Jim Loehr
stress lies at the heart of effective leadership.
- Jim Loehr
Embracing the Core
"In the beginner's mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert's there are few." - Shunryu Suzuki-Roshi
As an experienced leader, the tendency is to be set in your ways. Flexibility in your body, mind and Spirit helps to expand your vision and embrace challenges from a different light. It allows you to lead in the moment and remove barriers that hinder progress towards your vision.
Flexibility in our bodies allows us to be limber, releases stress and prevents injury. Flexibility in our body sets the stage for a clear mind.
Flexibility in our minds allows us to be open to finding value in other's opinions, to discovering new and creative ways to share our gifts to the world and to be open to infinite possibilities we may otherwise discount.
Flexibility in our Spirit embraces the fact that we recognize every individual as unique and special. We are open to accepting everyone as they are regardless of their race, religion, spiritual belief, age or occupation.
Imagine tapping into your greater potential as a leader in your life and work when you embrace flexibility. The possibilities are phenomenal!
As an experienced leader, the tendency is to be set in your ways. Flexibility in your body, mind and Spirit helps to expand your vision and embrace challenges from a different light. It allows you to lead in the moment and remove barriers that hinder progress towards your vision.
Flexibility in our bodies allows us to be limber, releases stress and prevents injury. Flexibility in our body sets the stage for a clear mind.
Flexibility in our minds allows us to be open to finding value in other's opinions, to discovering new and creative ways to share our gifts to the world and to be open to infinite possibilities we may otherwise discount.
Flexibility in our Spirit embraces the fact that we recognize every individual as unique and special. We are open to accepting everyone as they are regardless of their race, religion, spiritual belief, age or occupation.
Imagine tapping into your greater potential as a leader in your life and work when you embrace flexibility. The possibilities are phenomenal!
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