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I recently started a new job and I set two goals: The first was to "Become comfortable in my new job/make it my own." I mention in this post how I went about achieving that. The second goal was "Develop my skills/knowledge so that I can achieve for promotion." In my reflection this was always going to … Continue reading A man with a plan (and aspirations)
"Keep a progress/positive action diary" For my January goals I set the idea of an action diary, this would be used to log progress in achieving my goals. It is something I have debated doing since starting the site - The Manifesto of Perfection was partly inspired by a post on the Art of Manliness … Continue reading The art of keeping an action diary
The iPad I was at a friend's house where he was proudly showed off a new tablet he got. "How much did that cost?" I asked He told me that he got it "free" as part of his new phone contract where he had to pay an extra £20 a month, which was said in … Continue reading What makes people buy?
I always read self-help books on various subjects - it can be about careers, business, relationships, fitness or just living a better life, it is always a good source to get ideas and influence for self-improvement goals. There are a lot of crap books, lots of good ones and then there are those that change … Continue reading 3 Insightful Self-Improvement Reads
I mentioned how I saw an inspiration message card in a stationary shop when I went for my job interview that said 'I can and I will, watch me' Out of all the motivational messages that were displayed in that stand - why did that catch my eye? Why did it appeal to me so much, that … Continue reading I Can And I Will Watch Me
Some days are more productive than others. From my own experience of trying to be productive and reading about how others are productive. I noticed five good things to do more. Wake up earlier and get out of bed For the last month I decided to set my alarm 30 minutes earlier … Continue reading 3 Ways to do more
With my new job I am getting the benefit of being in an innovative, constantly changing environment. If you just work to be another body, going through the motions earning a paycheck until you either get fired, retire or die. Then you would probably not like it. Personally? I love it. Being given a new opportunity … Continue reading How are you adding value?
It's funny that the last time I was in Leicester I was young and idealistic. I was full of hopes and dreams. I was going to change the world. I was naive. Leaving Leicester I left Leicester after my graduate placement failed to materialise with a permanent contract. I should have realised then that working … Continue reading Road Trip to Leicester: Reflection on idealism and work
I have run the Manifesto of Perfection for over a year. During that period I have spent a lot of time talking about Self-Improvement. For my goal setting month I have picked out my five favourite posts. You're never too old to learn new things When I finished school I did not know where to … Continue reading Manifesto of Perfection: 5 Essential Self-Improvement Posts
"Birds of a feather flock together" Friends are the biggest influence in our lives, even more than family. If you don't believe me, look at many school reports for badly behaved children. They will be full of things like: He is a good person, he's just in the wrong crowd.,,,, She has potential but her … Continue reading Friends and Self-Improvement
Goal: Drive to a new place One of my new year goals was to drive somewhere new. It was over a year since I past my driving test and my main experience was the commute to work. When I decided to do a race in the Midlands I saw it as a chance to push those … Continue reading One Way System Hell: The Road Trip to Leicester
As I start off goal setting month, the best place to start is from the beginning, as I show how I set goals. If you have never done this before get a sheet of paper and write down what you want to achieve. Simplicity On the paper you will have a variety of ambitions. Some … Continue reading How to set goals
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