What Are You Committed To
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Here we are, half way through the year! It's a great time to ask yourself:
"What am I really committed to"? For those of you who have gone through one of
my workshops, remember our discussion about the "wants" vs. the "shoulds" --
what is it that you really WANT? What are you willing to commit to?
Take the time to check in to see how you're doing with your New Year's
intentions (notice I did not call them resolutions!). How is your progress? What
can you celebrate about honoring your intentions for this year? Also, where are
you falling short of your expectations and what needs to happen to get back on
track?
Now is the time to look at who you want to BE - who will you "show up" as in
the world this year? Since most clients tell me that their main areas of focus
are both work and personal life, let's take a look at these areas:
WORK:
1. What are you MOST committed to at work? How are these commitments tied to
your organization's core values? How are these commitments tied to your personal
values?
2. How do these commitments fit into the bigger picture? How do they fit into
your other work priorities? How will you integrate these commitments into the
bigger picture of your organization's or team's overall goals for the year?
3. Who will you be at work this year? Specifically, how will you "show up" at
work -- as a leader? A follower? An empowered change agent? What will be your
chosen role (yes, it CAN be a choice!)?
4. What is the impact you are committed to having on the world through your
work? What is important to you about that impact? What difference will that
impact make on your team, your entire organization, your larger community and
the entire world?
5. Who will you share your commitments with? The chances of achieving your
desired intentions and goals increases by up to 65% when you share your
commitment with another person. Who will you tell? By when?
6. What support and accountability do you need to ensure that you stay
committed to these intentions so that you can have the impact you desire? You
will have a 95% chance of achieving your goals if you commit to another person
and schedule regular, ongoing accountability/check-in discussions. If you don't
have someone you can do this with who is truly committed to your ongoing
success, contact us about how coaching can support you - that's what we do in
coaching, is support you and hold you accountable to your most meaningful goals
on a regular basis, so that you WILL achieve them!
PERSONAL/HOME LIFE:
1. What are you MOST committed to personally? How are these commitments tied
to your personal values?
2. How do these commitments fit into the bigger picture? How do they fit into
your other personal priorities? How will you integrate those commitments into
the bigger picture of your overall intentions/goals for the year?
3. Who will you be in your personal life this year? Specifically, how will
you "show up" at home and socially -- as an energized and enthusiastic person
living your desired life? Or, tired and uninspired? This is a wonderful time to
consciously choose who you will be this year!
4. What is the impact you are committed to having on the world? What is
important to you about that impact? What difference will that impact make on
your life? Your loved ones? Your community? The entire world?
5. Who will you share your commitments with? Remember, the chances of you
achieving your desired intentions and goals increase significantly when you
share your commitment with another person. Who will you tell?
6. What support and accountability do you need to ensure that you stay
committed to these intentions so that you can have the impact you desire? You
will have a 95% chance of achieving your goals if you commit to another person
and schedule regular, ongoing accountability/check-in discussions. If you don't
have someone you can do this with who is committed to your ongoing success,
contact us about how coaching can support you - that's what we do in coaching is
support you and hold you accountable to your most meaningful goals, so that you
achieve them and live the life you most desire!
Now that you have explored these questions, how do you feel now about your
commitments for this year? What else do you need in order to complete your
commitments and stay on track for the rest of the year?
Please remember to CELEBRATE completing this process! Do something fun, or
find a way to acknowledge the time and energy you put into ensuring that you're
setting the foundation for a successful year. Most of all, ENJOY!!!
About the Author
Are you a business leader struggling to get the results you need from your
team? Despite the many challenges facing organizations today, it IS possible to
take your team to the next level and get the results that you and your
organization desire! Want to learn how? Visit us:
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