Grow into it

Hello Readers,

In following my “One Word” for the year “Focus,” one area I am going to focus on is developing my craft. I have a niche, desire, passion, or some may say talent for training, coaching, and teaching. All of the mentioned areas have their differences in nature but they all involve one key important area and that is speaking. One area I am going to focus on is improving my speaking skills. I recently heard a quote that has stuck with me “Don’t settle for I am good at it; grow into it”. Wow! What a powerful concept. When I think about growing into something I think about when I was a little girl my mother would buy clothes that were slightly too big for me on purpose, she would always say I would grow into it. The article of clothing would be slightly big for a few months then eventually I would be able to fit it just right. What is your “it”, passion, or desire? What can you potentially be the best at? Grow into “it” until it fits you perfectly. Stay fit and in shape with what you desire and “it” will always fit who you are. 

One of my "Focus" Statements: I will focus on growing into my speaking skills in 2016

What will you grow into this year?

 

Your thoughts are welcome…

www.truthspeakscoaching.com

MJW

Compliment a comment

Hello readers,

"Always compliment a comment and don't comment on a comment". I heard this phrase nearly three years ago from a man of great wisdom and it has stuck with me ever since. Now, does that mean I follow the phrase each time I speak? No, I do not but, I do make effort. I interpreted this phrase to mean, whether someone says something that does not make sense to you, simply state a kind word after the statement has been made. For example, people say things to me all the time that I do not agree with or that do not make sense, if what they are stating is not demeaning/abusive to others, I simply say "okay, you have a point". This does not mean I am not speaking the truth, it means I do not have to comment negatively on everything someone says. Complimenting a comment can be used with friends, family, spouses (especially spouses), and in the workplace. Next time someone says something to you that you may or may not agree with and it is not offensive to others, say "I understand, I get it, or I see your point". Try it, it will show your maturity level.

Thanks for reading and let us know your thoughts...

MJW

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Don’t say these words

Hello readers,

I have noticed in my readings of successful people (by successful I mean whole individuals in all areas of life, not just in financial) that they speak a certain language. There are certain phrases or words you will NOT hear them say. Let’s take a look at some of them:

1. I can’t
2. This is not in my job description
3. We have never done it this way before
4. This is a dumb question but…
5. I will not need your help
6. I have learned all I need to know
7. Thanks but no thanks
8. Well that’s not fair
9. When will it be my turn?
10. I do not read

Are you guilty of saying any of these phrases? I know I have been in the past, but after a mindset change I stopped. If you are guilty, then STOP! Figure out a way to turn them around. Such as instead of saying I can’t, say I will. Remember your words have power and you are what you speak.

Your thoughts are welcome…

www.truthspeakscoaching.com

MJW