In the last post, I asked you: "If you heard of three simple, but solid methods that might allow you to keep to your personal development goals, are you interested in learning a little more about it?"
If that's the case, within this second post, I am going to go into detail of method two and three, which all combined provide you with a great first base for making your action plan happen! If you have not seen the first post on this topic, I encourage you to definitely read it first.
For all others, here's a very small recap: the 1st method described in the previous post was the Blank Page Benefit, which focuses on our mindset. Without the proper mindset, it'll be impossible to accomplish any goal, regardless of how many great capabilities we've got.
Here comes the second and third method. Ready for it?
#2: Look for a 'partner in crime'
Okay, this sounds easy, right? When you have focus and a positive mindset, in combination of friendly reminders by a colleague or friend, very few things can stop you. You would have somebody to discuss your doubts, your lack of energy and even your fears. So, to enable you to stay with your new goal, play a trick on yourself and tell people about this. Build up some pressure from peers to boost your energy.
How to find a 'partner in crime'?
Action 1: Involve someone whom you trust, your best friend, favourite colleague, whomever you want. Let them know about your boss' suggestion to enhance your listening skills. Ask them for feedback (maybe they've got a similar view than your boss?).
Step # 2: Ask them for help. Just request a simple weekly motivation call - if that meets your needs. And phone them if you find yourself stuck. We are all prepared to help.
Step 3 (optional): Ask your buddy to come together with you on this path. Maybe there is an interest that he/she also participates at the communication training.However, keep this citation by the US-American writer Erma Bombeck in mind: "A friend doesn't go on a diet because you are fat."
#3: Inform yourself about the topic
This technique makes sense notably for self development goals which might be aiming at changing old patterns, like the one the boss suggested.If I get anxious regarding a topic, I commence to research and inquire questions. This helps me being more comfortable during my discomfort. Do you do something similar? Sometimes I even get hooked to the topic, as it gets increasingly more interesting.
Tips on how to inform yourself best?
Action 1: Ask somebody who is experienced with the topic. As an example, go and ask the training department in your company if they have more information on the course. Maybe they can give a good reference to you.
Step 2: In case you use the Lift app I recommended in method one, contact the people who are pursuing the same objectives.
Step 3: Look into tools like: Alltop.com, Twitter. com - you'd be surprised about how many individuals have similar interests and objectives.
Step #4: And last, but not least, in addition have a look at the usual resources: Google, Youtube and Amazon.
The Bottom Line
This strategy has worked well for me, in case you implement it, I suspect it can be right for you. Even though these techniques involve several steps, overall, they don't really take up a lot of time.
If that's the case, within this second post, I am going to go into detail of method two and three, which all combined provide you with a great first base for making your action plan happen! If you have not seen the first post on this topic, I encourage you to definitely read it first.
For all others, here's a very small recap: the 1st method described in the previous post was the Blank Page Benefit, which focuses on our mindset. Without the proper mindset, it'll be impossible to accomplish any goal, regardless of how many great capabilities we've got.
Here comes the second and third method. Ready for it?
#2: Look for a 'partner in crime'
Okay, this sounds easy, right? When you have focus and a positive mindset, in combination of friendly reminders by a colleague or friend, very few things can stop you. You would have somebody to discuss your doubts, your lack of energy and even your fears. So, to enable you to stay with your new goal, play a trick on yourself and tell people about this. Build up some pressure from peers to boost your energy.
How to find a 'partner in crime'?
Action 1: Involve someone whom you trust, your best friend, favourite colleague, whomever you want. Let them know about your boss' suggestion to enhance your listening skills. Ask them for feedback (maybe they've got a similar view than your boss?).
Step # 2: Ask them for help. Just request a simple weekly motivation call - if that meets your needs. And phone them if you find yourself stuck. We are all prepared to help.
Step 3 (optional): Ask your buddy to come together with you on this path. Maybe there is an interest that he/she also participates at the communication training.However, keep this citation by the US-American writer Erma Bombeck in mind: "A friend doesn't go on a diet because you are fat."
#3: Inform yourself about the topic
This technique makes sense notably for self development goals which might be aiming at changing old patterns, like the one the boss suggested.If I get anxious regarding a topic, I commence to research and inquire questions. This helps me being more comfortable during my discomfort. Do you do something similar? Sometimes I even get hooked to the topic, as it gets increasingly more interesting.
Tips on how to inform yourself best?
Action 1: Ask somebody who is experienced with the topic. As an example, go and ask the training department in your company if they have more information on the course. Maybe they can give a good reference to you.
Step 2: In case you use the Lift app I recommended in method one, contact the people who are pursuing the same objectives.
Step 3: Look into tools like: Alltop.com, Twitter. com - you'd be surprised about how many individuals have similar interests and objectives.
Step #4: And last, but not least, in addition have a look at the usual resources: Google, Youtube and Amazon.
The Bottom Line
This strategy has worked well for me, in case you implement it, I suspect it can be right for you. Even though these techniques involve several steps, overall, they don't really take up a lot of time.
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