Career Coaching Information "creating the very highest personal performance for the benefit of the enterprise" |
|
Stay Connected To WHY You Are Doing Things
"The more I want to get something done, the less I call it work." Richard Bach This quote was shared with me by a fellow coach & colleague. I think it is such a great quote that I share it with you. Isn't it so true that the more we want to get something done, the less it feels like "work"? This quote led me to start pondering about the things I wanted to do in my work versus the things I felt I had to do. I wondered what caused me to *want* to do some things as opposed to others on my never ending to-do list? After some reflection, I realized that the items that I wanted to do were usually connected to feeling useful and feeling that I was helping someone else. It was the sense of purpose behind what I was doing that motivated me. This was interesting to note. Sometimes it's easy to get disconnected from the 'why' of what we are doing and get stuck in the 'what' of what we are doing. When is the last time you asked yourself 'why am I doing this?' And I don't mean when the answer of 'for a paycheck'! Yes, we all work for a paycheck (and the tax man!) but we also work for other reasons. We work to express our creativity in the world, we work to exercise our natural talents and skills, we work to grow and expand our understanding and abilities, and we work to help others and to contribute to our community. So, why are you working? What got you into this field? What are the things on your to-do list that you do easily, quickly and without hesitation? When we can identify the *why* of why we are working by looking at the things that don't *feel* like work to us, it can help us alleviate the burden we sometimes feel from tasks that feel like drudgery. The next time you find yourself procrastinating or dreading a task, take a moment to re-connect to the greater purpose of your work. What part of your job makes you feel alive, useful and like a contributor to the world? Sometimes it can be hard to stay motivated to do any work. When you find yourself feeling de-motivated it's especially important to understand *why* you are choosing to do the work that you do. It's essential to make sure you are working for the right reasons. It's rarely just about the money! Deirdre Maigread McEachern is a personal coach who helps herclients experience more joy in their lives. You can contactDeirdre for a complimentary consultation at 207-439-4280 orjoin her free monthly newsletter at http://www.vip-coaching.com.
MORE RESOURCES:
McCarthy speaks on coaching on final year of deal DallasCowboys.com Tottenham coach reveals clever Ange Postecoglou trick to get what he wants in training Football.London Can Dolphins' Mike McDaniel make Kyle Shanahan's Year 3 leap as coach? South Florida Sun Sentinel Louisville Officially Hires Pat Kelsey as Men's Basketball Head Coach Sports Illustrated Arbuthnot completes the coaching circle, returns to Roxana Alton Telegraph Utah State men's basketball: Toledo's Tod Kowalczyk reportedly front-runner for job – Deseret News Deseret News One thing UK men’s basketball acutely needs: A coaching succession plan Lexington Herald Leader Purcell Marian's Jamar Mosley, Mason's Rob Matula earn statewide coaching awards - WCPO 9 Cincinnati Saenz steps down from coaching El Defensor Chieftain Louisville coaching search update Card Chronicle JMU Coaching Search Continues After Byington's Exit | James Madison | dnronline.com Harrisonburg Daily News Record Coaching excellence: Freeman Academy Founder Genique Freeman reflects on her past, present and plans for growth ... Greater Fayetteville Business Journal Legendary coach Tierney named head coach and GM of PLL's Philadelphia Waterdogs - PhillyLacrosse.com PhillyLacrosse.com Darian DeVries welcomed as West Virginia men's basketball coach West Virginia MetroNews New High School Head Coaching Announcements Rural Radio Network The Scoop - Wednesday March 27, 2024 - Footballscoop Footballscoop Holy Family hires Chanhassen associate head coach Zack Friedli to lead boys hockey program Star Tribune How the NCAA basketball coaching carousel could impact Ohio State women's basketball Land Grant Holy Land Akron's Dru Joyce III takes torch from Keith Dambrot as new Duquesne basketball coach Akron Beacon Journal NFL Veteran Scott Linehan joins Grizzly coaching staff Montana Grizzlies ‘Pat the Bat’ Burrell returns home on Giants coaching staff The Mercury News Denver Coaches' Radio Show Back Tonight at 6 p.m. MT University of Denver Athletics USC's Andy Enfield expected to sign deal with SMU, per report The Dallas Morning News Three Wisconsin Mr. Basketballs playing in Thursday's NCAA Sweet 16 Milwaukee Journal Sentinel FAU names John Jakus new men's basketball coach; former Baylor assistant signs five-year deal Palm Beach Post West Virginia coaching hire comes with instant gratitude, landing Mountaineers a big portal addition FanSided USU men's basketball: Search is on for new coach; two players have entered transfer portal The Herald Journal Watch: Danny Sprinkle introduced as new UW men's basketball coach The Seattle Times College basketball transfer portal: If coaches can bolt immediately after their season, why can't players? Sporting News Vikings Finalize 2024 Coaching Staff Vikings.com Get to Know Pat Kelsey, Louisville's Next Men's Basketball Head Coach Sports Illustrated You can’t block moms on maternity leave from coaching school sports, N.J. officials tell district NJ.com Sources: College football oversight committee pushing to expand coaching role of all staff members Yahoo Sports Duquesne hires Dru Joyce III to succeed Keith Dambrot as men's basketball coach Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 'Dawn of a new era': New UW men's coach Sprinkle a hit in introductory news conference The Seattle Times Great Coaching Will Be Critical with 8 or 9 New Starters Likely on Revamped 2024 Vikings VikingsTerritory.com Former WSU men's basketball coach Kyle Smith opens up about leaving for Stanford - The Seattle Times Are Bucks better with Doc Rivers? Why coaching change hasn't moved the needle for NBA title hopefuls CBS Sports Texas Tech basketball assistant Dave Smart leaving for head-coaching job LubbockOnline.com College basketball coaches March Madness bonuses earned: Rick Barnes already at $1 million USA TODAY Former Florida football player defends coaching staff after Princley Umanmielen rips UF coaching Gainesville Sun Byington Departs JMU to Accept Head Coach Position at Vanderbilt James Madison University Athletics Shawn Poppie Named Clemson Women's Basketball Head Coach Clemson Tigers College of Charleston's Pat Kelsey expected to be named next Louisville coach - The Post and Courier College of Charleston's Pat Kelsey expected to be named next Louisville coach The Post and Courier Former Mizzou coach Cuonzo Martin returning to Missouri State St. Louis Post-Dispatch UofL President, Director of Athletics to hold press conference related to head basketball coach WAVE 3 Who could Novak Djokovic's next coach be after Goran Ivanisevic? Andy Roddick expects him to go for 'known entity' Eurosport COM |
RELATED ARTICLES
Context is King! If you've been around the Internet for more than two hours, you've probably heard someone say it or write it. If you haven't, you will. Take Responsibility for Reshaping Your Life We say we want to eat better, feel better, and look better. But in order to make our goals materialize, we have to take responsibility for what we want by taking the appropriate actions. 12 Reasons to Develop Exceptional People Skills Why should you bother to spend your valuable time learning how to develop exceptional people skills?Here's why.. Life - Is It Just An Illusion? It's a well-known fact that electrons and atoms move at the speed of light, technically flickering in and out of existence. In other words, half of the time we are actually not here. Purpose Many people go through much of their lives without really thinking about their purpose. I don't mean a lofty, philosophic, and often unrealistic purpose that has us striving to save the world or solve the challenge of poverty throughout the world (although these are both admirable for those whose true purpose is to do so). Truth About Life Coaching School Accreditation With life coaching becoming "the" career choice in this millennium, many of you are seeking the right choice for training and certification. Hopefully this article will answer some of your questions. How to Hire a Coach Improve Your Life! How to Hire A Coach.A reader writes, "I do not know how or where to contact a coach here. The Magic of Hearing I'm working on a coach training certification, and one of the "proficiencies" I'm expected to have mastered is "engages in provocative conversations." Now, that really got me thinking. Trump University - Why Success Education Is Important Trump University recently unveiled offers a bonanza of success secrets, success tips and success insights.Donald Trump, of the Apprentice says "The one sure way to success is to know everything you can about what you do", these words capture the true reason why Trump University exists. Success: Cant Achieve It By Yourself? Pay A Professional! So many people go through the motions of trying to achieve success. But just going through the motions doesn't work. Email Etiquette 1 I thought it might be worth visiting some email etiquette for all as the majority of the readers of this newsletter are now on email.It is important to consider that when emailing people you are on show, whether you like it or not, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Plug in Your Systems for Success Have you ever noticed that so many of us who work diligently and ethically rarely achieve our objectives? And, why is it that those who-seemingly-work half as hard and half as long experience one success after another?The answer is twofold; successful people succeed because they implement proven, systems for success. Secondly, successful people have mastered the art of making time, work for them. W Edwards Deming Immediately post second world war W Edwards Deming went to Japan to create order from the crisis that was the Japanese economy.In Japan he found fertile ground for a set of ideas that had been around since the twenties. Coaching Book Review: The Coach: Creating Partnerships for a Competitive Edge Leaders today have many challenges when it comes to guiding and influencing the performance of their team members. In the past, productivity and success depended on sheer muscle and sweat. Attitude is Contagious - Would Anybody Want Yours? Are you using the Life Potential you have been given? Or are you just existing?We have all inherited standards, traits, habits, perceptions, and expectations based on what our parents, teachers, and peers taught us. We have allowed these to grow as a result of whatever we then learned as adults, and they continue to grow with whatever we feed our minds. A Visualization Exercise on Managing Expectations for Adults with ADD As adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), we often find ourselves excited by new ideas and plans, but overwhelmed by what it will take to reach the goals.Many of my coaching clients find themselves in this situation. Becoming An Empowered Consumer How many times have you said to yourself?"I just wish that company would treat me like they appreciated my business!"?For many years I trained Customer Service Reps at a large corporation. There is no doubt that it was during those years I personally became a consumer with rather high standards and expectations. Choosing The Perfect Coach So, you're ready to start coaching. You either have some issues that you think a coach can help you overcome, or you just think it's time for a quality of life tune-up. Fear Is Nothing To Be Afraid Of! What do you do when fear shows up? Do you hide under the covers of life, shivering as you anxiously wait for the moment to pass or do you stand up with a confident smile and embrace it?Your answer to this simple question will have a considerable impact on the level of freedom, excitement and empowerment you experience on a daily basis. Whatever your response, the thing to remember is that your fears are nothing to be afraid of!What is Fear?The Oxford dictionary defines fear as "an unpleasant emotion caused by the expectation of pain". Becoming An Information Filter And A Knowledge Sponge As the title states, "Become an Information Filter and a Knowledge Sponge." On your daily journey to achieve your WHY, you will travel through many different avenues and sometimes you will ask yourself, "Why do I need to meet this person or experience this situation?" The key is to truly understand that you must become an information filter and use your personal God-given filters -- your eyes and your ears. |
coaching home | coaching site map | Links |
© Career Consulting Limited 2008
|