Questions For Enhancing Clarity And Focus

This month we focus on questions rather than answers

As terrorism increases and the economy continues to fall, there are obviously no easy answers to be found. What I hope is of value to you is to offer some questions. Sometimes we gain clarity and focus by pulling back and asking questions. My approach is that an individual's success in life is far more than their monthly paycheck or last month's P&L sheet. If we concentrate solely on those two areas, we may not see the complete scope of our success as a person. So I encourage you to select one or two of these questions (or create your own), and then invest some time in reflecting on your answers. Once you have clarified where you stand, then I encourage you to develop a plan and move into action.

Am I taking care of my mental health?

• What will I do to strengthen my mind?
• What books or periodicals will I read?
• What tapes will I listen to?
• What programs will I attend?

Am I taking care of my physical health?

• What will I do to strengthen my energy and fitness?
• What exercise program will I commit myself to?
• What eating program will I commit myself to?

Am I taking care of my relationships?

• What will I do to strengthen my relationships with family?
• What will I do to strengthen my relationships with friends?
• What will I do to strengthen my relationships with co-workers?
• What will I do to strengthen my relationships with community members?

Am I finding a sense of purpose within my work, my relationships and my personal life?

• What will I do to increase this sense of purpose?
• What will I do to increase the alignment between my sense of purpose and my actions?
• What will I do to increase the alignment between my purpose in all areas of my life?

Am I taking care of my balance, personal dignity and self-esteem?

• What will I do to increase the balance in my life?
• What will I do to increase the sense of dignity I have in my life?
• What will I do to increase my self-esteem?
• What will I do to assist in increasing the balance, personal dignity and self-esteem of those who report to me?

Hopefully these questions and your answers will help you clarify your sense of direction and purpose even more than it is right now. With an increased perspective of the total package that you bring to life's party, I believe you will have an even greater impact on the business issues you deal with everyday. Take care and good luck.

Recommended Resource For Top Performers:

This month I recommend "Think Big" by Dr. Ben Carson. This is a classic rags to riches story. It provides the mindset necessary for success in overcoming steep odds, and I think it would be of value to all of us right now.

Take care and have a great month.

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