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What is a Life Plan?

December 18, 20230 Comments

A life plan is exactly what its name implies: a summary designed by you and for you, outlining the steps required to live your ideal life, in which you include all of the areas in which you want to improve and the goals you want to achieve.

I’m not going to lie: seeing all of your dreams and hopes written down can be overwhelming for some, especially if you don’t believe you can achieve them. As a result, working on personal development and maintaining a positive attitude must be part of the plan. The best part of a life plan is that it grows and changes with you.

We all knew what we wanted ten years ago, but it’s very likely that it’s not what we want today. As a result, you must conduct regular reviews to assess the necessary changes and stay focused on what is truly important.

Today, I can proudly say that I have accomplished things that I could never have imagined five years ago, thanks to the fact that I sat down to create a life plan and hard work.

If you're still not convinced, here are the ones that have been the most beneficial to me from creating my own life plan:

1. CLARIFY YOUR PRIORITIES

What would you say if you were asked today, in order of importance, about your top five priorities in life? Because the goal is to make the decision-making process easier for you, maintaining an order of priorities should be an integral part of your life plan.

2. IT KEEPS YOU BALANCED

When we discuss balance, we usually refer to equality. However, not everything in life requires (or deserves) the same amount of time and attention.

3. IT HELPS YOU CATALOG OPPORTUNITIES

We must make an effort to learn to track and identify the opportunities that present themselves to us to select only those that truly benefit us. Things would be very simple if we had a life plan with clear steps to achieve our goals.

It is critical to remember that “you can do what you want, but you can’t do all of it”.

To be able to comply, you must know when and how to make choices.

Attitude determines the altitude of life.

October 7, 20200 Comments

We all have moments of uncertainty, and it’s especially common to question one’s professional abilities. The key is to be aware of when and how your own self-limiting beliefs are getting in the way and to keep them in check.

“Whether you want to admit it or not, your attitude plays a significant role in whether or not you are successful in your profession.”― Edwin Louis

Attitudes That Are Holding You Back at Work:

You constantly compare yourself to others
You think I can’t do this.
You believe that everyone here is better than me.
You are scared to ask questions.
You try to avoid failure by not taking risks.
You let the attitudes of those around you affect you.
You forget to try things in a new way.
You don’t seek out help.

Anyone can attain anything. Do you believe it?

October 7, 20200 Comments

I do!

However, an important disclaimer needs to be stated here.

Those who walk through the door of opportunity when it swings open become successful. We are aware of this. But what is the key to getting your foot in the door of opportunity? Being on the other side of the door as it swings open opportunities tend to present themselves unexpectedly.

Some people get their big break very early in life, while others have to wait much longer. The common thread among all of the successful people is that they were prepared. Moreover, thousands of people weren’t prepared for what would happen.

Do you feel ready?

Do everything you can to be ready. Do something instead of just sitting and dreaming. If you want to get in the door when it opens, you must make sure you’re the strongest choice.

The lesson here is clear: always be prepared.