It's a question we ask ourselves from time to time. Do I
really love what I'm doing? Do I even like my chosen path?
The keyword here is choice. Whether you're an entrepreneur
or a business leader, the business path you're on is
largely due to the choices you've made. You're thinking,
that may be true, but now I feel stuck.
Where To Start
Begin by asking: What are my strengths? What do I really
like to do?
This sounds good on paper, but how is that really going to
alter my reality? These two questions are simply the seeds
of an approach that will help you examine and change your
situation in real time each and every day.
How To Increase Your Choices
You are going to explore your peak experiences. These are
moments when we're at our best. I know it sounds mushy, but
remember you are trying to change your work trajectory so
it may mean navigating unfamiliar ground.
According to renowned psychologist, Abraham Maslow, peak
experiences make us feel as if we have a sense of purpose.
This new awareness can help you maximize your opportunities
and choices because over time you'll become clearer on what
you do or don't want.
How To Recognize Peak Experiences
1. What you're doing feels effortless and enjoyable.
2. No stress
3. Time passes quickly.
4. You are fully absorbed in what you're doing.
5. You have great clarity with what you're involved in.
Start identifying these experiences. As you become more
aware of them, the more clear the route to building your
business life around them will become. Keep in mind, at
first these types of experiences may not seem as if they
could be directly related to business.
Peak moments can be as simple as appreciating a beautiful
sunset, which could relate to a career or business
involving spending time outdoors. Another approach would be
recognizing when time spent with certain people leaves you
feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Pay attention to their
personalities, and what you happen to learn from them. This
may have implications for your new business path.
Four Ways To Get Started Doing What You Love
1. Practice becoming aware of your peak experiences.
You may already love the business you're in, although maybe
you don't connect with the people on your team. You have
the control to change companies or if you're the owner, you
may need to examine your team and how they align with your
goals. Have a trusted advisor coach your progress and
results. Be accountable for making changes.
2. Start to jot your peak moments down.
Keep track and keep them visible. Over time, things will
start to click for you. Entrepreneurs may want to
incorporate changes into their business plan. If you're at
the helm of a start up, then you can begin ahead of the
game.
3. Integrate them into your business life.
Create a plan to build your peak experiences into your
work. Look at where you're passions and expertise overlap.
This is a good place to start.
4. Consider writing out your work-life vision.
You don't have a documented business plan that aligns with
your life? Don't worry you're not alone. Start with a half
page and then add on to create a plan that will get you
there. However, you must apply your plan.
My Suggestion: Post these tips on your fridge, desk, or on
your car dash as a reminder until it becomes a habit.
The Big Message here is to get on your way to creating a
business path that you love, or at the very least, enjoy.
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Diana Keith, owner of M-Level Systems Consulting, works
with entrepreneurs and business leaders who want to Make
Their Vision a Reality. Get Diana's Free Strategy Guide For
Success at her website, http://www.mlevelsystems.com
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