In my office the desk and computer are in front of two windows. Last summer my husband gave me a beautiful gift by hanging birdfeeders in the trees directly in front of the windows. Now as I am working on the computer I watch the birds and squirrels eat from the feeders.
Each morning around 7:00am there are one gray and two black squirrels trying to eat from the birdfeeders. We have put up special feeders for squirrels and after they have devoured all the food they start on the birdfeeders. Even though some of the feeders are squirrel proof this does not stop them from trying different ways of getting at the food. It is amazing watching them not give up and keep trying. One morning I watched one black squirrel almost fall into a birdbath before running away and then within a few minutes he was back.
While watching the squirrels I keep thinking we are no different when it comes to getting what we want. Sometimes nothing will stop us from reaching a desired outcome and we will do whatever it takes to reach that goal. Other times in order not to reach a goal we will self-sabotage ourselves.
When working with my clients in reaching their goals, together we implement the following coaching process:
• Deciding what do you really want?
• Exploring what is stopping you from reaching your goal?
• Creating an action plan taking into consideration your goals and the tools for overcoming your self-sabotage behavior.
• Taking the action steps that will make your goal a reality.
Opportunity
• Make a list of a very small goal you would like to achieve within a month.
I would love to know your small goal. When I receive your goal I will send you a Daily Action Plan you can use to achieve your goals.
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
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2 comments:
Helen,
Nice article. It is true, once we know what we really want, we will find a way to get it.
When you are coaching, what process do you use to help your clients determine what they really want?
Example: Many people say they want more money, however the real want is much deeper.
Hi Mark:
When I am working with a client we start focusing on what they want to accomplish. Some of my clients want to only focus on loosing weight. Then as we continue working together their focus changes.
Example: I am working with a client who was struggling with food. Working together and having her complete different exercises she has started focusing on her life instead of thinking about food all the time. A miracle has happened not only has she started to lose weight she is happier at her job and researching the possibility of starting her own business.
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