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It’s the first full week of March, and many communities are working on their resillient nature. We’ve got more snow and we’re prepared. We’ve listened to the weather reports and set our alarms earlier to deal with the elements of … Continue reading
What does it take?…If we substitute the word “will” for “does” in this Blog’s heading, how is the question changed? Although I don’t study the origin of words, I believe the question, “What does it take?” is a general question, seeking a general answer. What will it take? is asking for direct specificity of what it takes, with a sense of determination.
What will it take for YOU this week to complete, to create, to find, to begin…whatever you may want and haven’t gotten to yet. We are some 10 days to the Summer Solstice, with all its wonderful distractions calling us elsewhere.
So what will it take for you this week to be Who You Want to be Known As. Enjoy!
Many thanks to all the wonderful people who found value in this Blog over the past five months! “Jo Ann” M. Radja, Career Management Coaching & Change Agent. 06/11/12
Over the past few days, I had three curious experiences; namely, seeing both pink roses and white roses growing on the same bush, which exceeded my height. Because of my curiosity, I was able to view a phenomenon of nature.
Curiosity also led me to meet a young entrepreneur and a very educated young woman. Both women were similar in that they knew who they are and what they want in their careers; yet, they came from different backgrounds. I acted as a servant leader to one and a customer to the other. Both of these women taught me something I did not know or was unaware of.
Being curious in the context of taking a risk, whether small or large, is a principle of coaching. Curiosity allows you to move out of your comfort zone and learn something new about yourself and the world you live in.
As you work in your career this week, consider a situation you have been curious about and take the risk to know Who You Want to be Known As. Enjoy your week.
“Jo Ann” M. Radja, Career Management Coach & Change Agent
May 27, 2012
Last Friday, I attended a business presentation one-half block away from Chicago’s famous Lake Shore Drive. Not only was the temperature in the high 40’s, the wind was everywhere. The wind pushed me forward; it made me push against it, while I walked the final block to the meeting. When I walked across the street, the wind pushed my hair upwards! I felt like I floated into the building once I pushed through the revolving entrance.
We’ve all heard the phrase of “being up against it.” It usually means getting something done in a short period of time. So how do you “push” through whatever makes you feel you’re “up against it”? What pressure do you feel when you are “pushing” to get something done? What trigger points come into play while you are “pushing” to get it done?
The easy part is knowing you do have a deadline. Many people thrive while “pushing against it”, but certainly not all. During this last week of April, Spring continues to “push through” it’s seasonal cycle. While you are “pushing up against it” this week, Choose Who You Want to Be Known As. Enjoy your week!
“Jo Ann” M. Radja, Career Management Coach & Change Agent 04/23/12
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