Andrea Novakowski, Master Certified
Coach
Focusing your vision, achieving
results
Coaching for Corporations,
Businesses and Individuals
QUOTE OF THE
WEEK
"Human beings, by changing the
inner attitudes of their minds, can change the outer
aspects of their lives."
--
William James
I'm a big believer in having a positive mental attitude
(PMA).
But I'm amazed at how many people
pooh-pooh the idea of PMA.
Perhaps what makes
people skeptical is that some of those who THINK they
have a positive attitude really are living in another
world. They have a "Pollyanna Attitude". They aren't
thinking positively; they're simply avoiding the truth.
They have their head in the sand, and they refuse to
acknowledge their problems and obstacles.
In doing
so, they avoid reality and obfuscate their ability to
achieve their best.
In Jim Collins' book, "Good to
Great", he writes about something they call "The
Stockdale Paradox." Admiral Stockdale (retired) was
known for his unique perspective on addressing difficult
situations.
It goes like this: Retain faith that you
will prevail in the end, regardless of the difficulties.
AND at the same time, confront the most brutal facts
of your current reality -- whatever they might be.
I
can't think of a more balanced and positive outlook.
Michael Angier is the author of "101 Best Ways to Get
Ahead" and the CIO (Chief Inspiration Officer) of
SuccessNet.org. Their mission is to inform, inspire and
empower people to be their best-personally and
professionally.
http://www.SuccessNet.org.
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COACHING CALL TO ACTION |
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This week make sure you're being positive as well
as realistic. Be honest with yourself about where
you're being positive and where you might simply be
ducking the truth. By employing the Stockdale
approach, you'll be a positive person with your eyes
wide open.
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Coach who provides Business and Personal Coaching to
Corporations, Businesses, and Individuals. Andrea is a
professional coach who partners with people to set
goals and create momentum to produce effective
results in their business and/or personal lives.
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