So much to do in a day, yet so little time to work on my goals. If I have been out with Vicky, talked to my mum, gone walking with my dad or helped out my brother, I can forgive myself for shirking on my goals. "Always make time for your loved ones. They are your … Continue reading Make time for your loved ones
The Seven Deadly Sins of Self-Destruction (Part 2)
Self-Destruction - the opposite to Self-Improvement can have a deadly effect on goals, your dreams and your life. This post is a continuation from Part one, which can be read here, where the first for seven deadly sins of self-destruction were covered. This part looks at how the final four sins can effect us being … Continue reading The Seven Deadly Sins of Self-Destruction (Part 2)
The Seven Deadly Sins of Self-Destruction (Part 1)
Self-Destruction - the opposite to Self-Improvement can have a deadly effect on goals, your dreams and your life. We are all guilty of doing these from time-to-time, however by being aware of these negative personality traits we can be more self-aware and reduce this behaviour. Part One takes us through the first four sins. Part Two … Continue reading The Seven Deadly Sins of Self-Destruction (Part 1)
A man with a plan (and aspirations)
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)
I Can And I Will Watch Me
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
3 Ways to do more
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
How are you adding value?
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?
Manifesto of Perfection: 5 Essential Self-Improvement Posts
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
Friends and Self-Improvement
"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
How to set goals
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
Manifesto of Perfection Goal Setting Month
It is now March. Perhaps the New Year resolution has fallen by the wayside. Maybe your a habitual goal setter, but your objectives are a bit stale and the enthusiasm is no longer there. Maybe you don't have goals at all. I have decided for March, purely because I have got so much out of … Continue reading Manifesto of Perfection Goal Setting Month
How failing goals can be good
When I first started the Manifesto of Perfection. It functioned as a tool to meet my writing goals and more importantly as a way of keeping me accountable to the objectives I set. Around November last year I looked back at what I had originally set out to do and was sad, as I felt … Continue reading How failing goals can be good
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