Definition/Meditate

Dictionary.Com Definition/Meditate

To engage in thought or contemplation

TruthSpeaks Definition:

 

Taking a mental break from what the future to focus on the present

 

Explanation:

 

You have a big meeting you must prepare a presentation for or you are pitching your business idea to investors in a couple of days and you are lacking innovation. Does this sound like a situation you are in or something familiar? I believe we all have felt this type of pressure. Have you considered taking a mental break? Research has shown that the brain is more powerful than we assume and can store much more information than we give it credit to. So why not give your brain a break and concentrate on what is in front of you? Yes, I want you to focus on the present. What are you doing right at this moment, besides reading this blog? How can you zero out the noise around you and meditate on the here and now? For example, media mogul Oprah Winfrey and megastar Bono both have stated they meditate daily for clarity and before projects they must complete, regardless of the size. You may be amazed at the ideas you can consider when you are in the present moment.

 

Weekly Action Plan:

 

Download a self-guided app called Calm to help you with breathing exercises to help you meditate. Research more practical tips on meditation.

 

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Definition/Love

Dictionary.Com Definition/Love

A feeling of warm personal attachment or deep affection, as for a parent, child, or friend

TruthSpeaks Definition:

 

A connection that cannot be explained

 

Explanation:

 

So you may be thinking what does “love” have to do with professional and personal development or even your career for that matter. The type of love I am speaking about is the love for who you are as a human being and what you bring to the work environment. The connection that cannot be explained is the connection that you have with yourself. A love connection within yourself is very important to your career for many reasons. One reason is love for self, brings out confidence. Secondly, love for self, stabilizes your emotions, and thirdly love for self, harnesses self-awareness. Do you have these qualities? These “love” qualities will not only make you a better employee but a better person.

 

Weekly Action Plan:

 

Get your love on!  Do you have a connection with yourself that cannot be explained? Take time to think about this and journal your thoughts.

 

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Keep It Moving (K.I.M.)

Keep It Moving (K.I.M.)

TruthSpeaks Definition:

 

Not becoming complacent on life’s journey.

 

Explanation:

 

K.I.M. is a phrase I am sure we all say from time to time, especially in traffic or in line at the grocery store. As I coach and consult with clients I would ask them what is keeping you in the place you are in. What is the “it?” The answer I would hear most of the time was fear of the unknown, they would rather remain complacent. I believe we all have an “it.” The “it” can be a comfort zone or lack of skills. A few years ago a co-worker of mine told me to never say no to a leadership position if I was ever offered one. She said to see how far you can go. This advice stuck with me and I have been fortunate enough to be in leadership roles and create the career I wanted. She also followed her own advice and she is a VP for a banking corporation. I did not allow the “it” to take control. I guess you can say I did “it” afraid.  What is your “it?”

 

Weekly Action Plan:

 

What is your “it?” Why does “it” exist? Why are you complacent? How can you keep “it” moving? Answer these questions in your journal.

 

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Journaling

Journaling

 

Dictionary.Com Definition/Journaling

To write self-examining or reflective journal entries, especially in school or as part of psychotherapy

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TruthSpeaks Definition:

 

The action of recording thoughts and ideas

 

Explanation:

 

I have always been a fan of writing ideas and thoughts in a journal. I understand the value of writing your dreams and goals on paper. There is a connection in the brain when a pen is in your hand and you are recording thoughts. People such as Oprah Winfrey, Jack Canfield, and Steve Harvey keep various journals. Different types of journals are career, grateful, house, travel, and thoughts. Some experts say that journaling is very therapeutic and helps you to relax. I have also heard that journaling for 15-20 minutes a day will help lower or even eliminate anxiety. So how does this pertain to your career? Many people do not know where to start when it comes to their career or job performance. The answer is simple. It starts with writing it down, it starts with journaling. Write down exactly what you want.

 

Weekly Action Plan:

 

Purchase a notebook and start journaling this week. Get your thoughts on paper. Do a brain dump weekly, if not daily.

 

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Invest

Invest

 

Dictionary.Com Definition/Invest

To use, give, or devote (time, talent, etc.), as for a purpose or to achieve something

TruthSpeaks Definition:

 

Unquestionable dedication to something or someone

 

Explanation:

 

Often times we link the word “invest” with a type of financial entity. Even the first two definitions in Dictionary.com refer to money. I am not going to discuss money; I want to discuss what have you invested your time in as it pertains to your career? What was the last book you read? What do you do when you get off of work? Do you work a 9 to 5 and when you come home you don’t spend any time investing in yourself? I once heard the work of a successful person starts at 5pm ends when they go to sleep. This means this person is working a day job but coming home to work on a side job and invest in their future. Here are some tips you can use immediately to invest in yourself. Read a book, any book, it doesn’t matter because reading expands your vocabulary and imagination. Secondly, you can take up a new hobby. Take time to learn something new. Lastly, that weak area that you have ignored, well take a class to enhance it you never know where it may take you.

 

Weekly Action Plan:

 

What area(s) in your life will you invest in this week?

 

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Honesty

Honesty

 

Dictionary.Com Definition/Integrity: 

Strict adherence to a moral code

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TruthSpeaks Definition:

 

Telling the truth in a simple format

 

Explanation:

 

Honesty is not a learned lesson. We are born with the innate ability to tell the truth. Not telling the truth and lying is what we have to work at. Lying for short is something we learned along the way as we grew up. Honesty sometimes gets the bad end of the stick because it seems as if it is very hard to do. Honesty is a value and a trait we all should desire, however, honesty can come with consequences that we are not willing to face so we tell a lie. For example Enron. Do I need to say more? Being honest in the workplace is essential for professional development. As Business Dictionary states, integrity is the moral code. We should all have our own moral code that we follow at all times. Don’t allow compromise into your life at work or at home. Stick with honesty; it really is the best policy.

 

 

Weekly Action Plan:

 

What is your moral code? If you do not have one take the time to create one and stand by it.

 

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Goals

Goals

 

Dictionary.Com Definition: 

An observable and measurable end result having one or more objectives to be achieved within a more or less fixed timeframe.

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Action plans, or road maps to accomplishing a set goal, are widely varied. They can be used for personal goals as well as career-related ones.

 

 

TruthSpeaks Definition:

 

A desire you want to achieve.

 

Explanation:

 

Goals are a big topic especially around the beginning of the year. I have read many books on the topic and they all state the same thing which is to set goals and achieve them. I want to talk briefly about “the why” behind setting a goal. The subconscious mind will do whatever the conscious mind tells it to do. For example, we see a car we like all the time and never saw it before, this is because now the conscious mind has told the subconscious mind to take note, therefore, the subconscious mind says sure ‘thing I will remember that.” What does this example have to do with goals you may ask? Plenty, the mind needs direction and goals are an end result to the direction. Without direction, the mind can wander. The brain is a muscle and has to be utilized. Goals keep us focused on the journey because your conscious and subconscious mind wants to hurry to the destination. If you constantly have something to strive for in life your mind is less likely to wander.

 

 

Weekly Action Plan:

 

What goals have you set for yourself at work or in your business? Is your mind wandering?

 

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