"I get a lot of ideas... Most of them are sh*t."
- Jason Carpenter, CEO, MidSouth Consulting Group (Nashville, TN)
First, thank you to Jason for the above quote and one of the most INSPIRING breakfast meetings I've had recently.
Most people I know are pretty dang SMART. They have the ABILITY to solve big problems, negotiate their positions, and CREATE opportunities for themselves.
One of the most COMMON traits I find in them is that they are IDEA GENERATORS. The type of people that are CONTINUALLY thinking of new ways to doing things better or free up more of their TIME. These people can also be labeled VISIONARY.
What makes for a GREAT idea?? Simple answer. The CREATION of it...
2 DEGREE SUCCESS STEP:
New ideas are an exercise in CREATIVITY. Great INNOVATION is a byproduct of creativity. Innovation is a derivative of NECCESSITY.
Every system needs IMPROVEMENT. Every person needs GROWTH. Every business needs ENHANCEMENT.
Every solution comes from a new IDEA... and, sometimes, the BEST ones come the ones that are "sh*t."
Keep THINKING, GROWING and SEEKING improvement. It only takes ONE good idea to POSITIVELY change everything!!
HAPPY TURKEY DAY TO ALL...
Cheers,
Zach
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Morning Motivator – Eliminate Selective Ignorance
"Learn something new. Try something different. Convince yourself that you have no limits."
- Brian Tracy
- Brian Tracy
Politics can TEACH us all a lot about our culture and value systems. As we have watched the PASSIONATE debate over the "broken health care system," I have learned a lot about how people LEARN and NEGOTIATE. I have also learned that a vast majority of people are SELECTIVELY IGNORANT.
Watch MSNBC and/or FOX News if you WANT to learn more about this concept. You will see two sides of an issue, TOTALLY focused on all the wrong issues, never EFFECTIVELY discussing solutions, rather placing blame on one another. We see each side CHOOSING to overlook any real discussion likely a RESULT of the realization that both sides may not be correct. Additional discussion would REQUIRE elimination of emotional hot buttons, meaningless rhetoric and FORCE education from each side.
Why not engage in that MEANINGFUL discussion??
2 DEGREE SUCCESS STEP:
Just as we find in businesses, leaders find it much EASIER to take a "strong position" when you have LIMITED information that supports your self-interests. Of course you are RIGHT when all the people around are telling you that you ARE… of course, your IDEAS are the best when all the information you read and document SUPPORTS the positions you are seeking to take.
What if you were to RESEARCH the "other side" of the issue or opportunity? What VALUE could someone offer if they were always CHALLENGING you… even when it becomes annoying?
SELECTIVE IGNORANCE is the acceptance of limited information in order to support your self-interests and or initiatives. While ELIMINATING unnecessary information is vital. ENSURING you have the PROPER amount of information is most CRITICAL in assuring your overall success.
Get into a heated discussion, watch the TV channel you disagree with, or even go as far as to develop an argument for the OPPOSING side. Ultimately, no matter how quick you move, how great your ideas may be… if you CHOOSE to be ignorant – it will catch up.
EDUCATE YOURSELF TO SUCCESS!!
Cheers,
Zach
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Morning Motivator – Define It or Ditch It
"Unless something is well-defined and important, no one should do it."
- Timothy Ferriss, author of "The Four-Hour Work Week"
What makes for a SUCCESSFUL project, action or task?
Well, having the right RESOURCES is necessary. The right PEOPLE are a key. Having enough TIME is a nicety as well. Proper FUNDING and an understanding of DECISION MAKING rights will help.
So, how do you KNOW if you have ENOUGH… or TOO MUCH?
The ONLY way to know IF you have the right RESOURCES available… is by having a well-defined, clear cut PLAN for execution.
2 DEGREE SUCCESS STEP:
Work projects are very EASY to complicate. Many of us have EXPERIENCED a project that takes on a mind of its own, with very little HOPE for any salvaging…
What happened in that project? Multiple small changes? No real "end goal" in mind? A lack of internal support or maybe, limited finances?
When you take the time to DEFINE clear and focused goals, action items and responsibilities with time frames included, the "MANAGEMENT" becomes very easy. Any DERIVATION from the defined goals and/or responsibilities is clearly recognized and quick to REMEDY.
DEFINE your goals, projects and/or tasks very CLEARLY up front. If you will take the time to "pre-manage," you will ENSURE that you are SUCCESSFUL in your overall management.
Ultimately… if it is not well-defined, just DITCH it. You can't WIN a game where the rules are not clearly defined.
Cheers,
Zach
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- Timothy Ferriss, author of "The Four-Hour Work Week"
What makes for a SUCCESSFUL project, action or task?
Well, having the right RESOURCES is necessary. The right PEOPLE are a key. Having enough TIME is a nicety as well. Proper FUNDING and an understanding of DECISION MAKING rights will help.
So, how do you KNOW if you have ENOUGH… or TOO MUCH?
The ONLY way to know IF you have the right RESOURCES available… is by having a well-defined, clear cut PLAN for execution.
2 DEGREE SUCCESS STEP:
Work projects are very EASY to complicate. Many of us have EXPERIENCED a project that takes on a mind of its own, with very little HOPE for any salvaging…
What happened in that project? Multiple small changes? No real "end goal" in mind? A lack of internal support or maybe, limited finances?
When you take the time to DEFINE clear and focused goals, action items and responsibilities with time frames included, the "MANAGEMENT" becomes very easy. Any DERIVATION from the defined goals and/or responsibilities is clearly recognized and quick to REMEDY.
DEFINE your goals, projects and/or tasks very CLEARLY up front. If you will take the time to "pre-manage," you will ENSURE that you are SUCCESSFUL in your overall management.
Ultimately… if it is not well-defined, just DITCH it. You can't WIN a game where the rules are not clearly defined.
Cheers,
Zach
*To enjoy past editions of the Morning Motivator go to – http://grow-learn-lead.blogspot.com
The Morning Motivator is a copyrighted publication. The use of this article is open for print or publication with proper citations.
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