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Establishing a business is a terrific and challenging experience. You are able to wake up thrilled to start your day and yet you can also hit the sack feeling overwhelmed and disappointed. The key to success is to keep a positive, yes you can do it, outlook.
Easier said than done, right? Here are 5 keys to assist you create and keep a confident outlook so you accomplish the success you want.
1. Surround yourself with successful and upbeat people. The influence other people have over our personal energy is astounding. Moods and attitudes are contagious - think about how often a simple smile from a stranger can make a difference for your day and then multiply that by 1000 times to show how powerful positive attitudes of and successful friends, family and associates are when you are around them. When you have people around you who inspire you, believe in you and want you to succeed, there’s very little, or any, room for doubt. Even if they do manage to creep in from time to time, they're gone as fast as they came in.
2. Create a mantra or daily affirmations. Repeating positive affirmations has been shown to get people through tough times and to actually help them truly believe what they’re saying. We call these "I AM" statements. The subconscious mind doesn't know the difference between what has happened and what has not happened yet. Here's what I mean. Let's say you're working on a proposal for a new project and you are thinking, "I want to get this proposal done by this weekend, but I have too much going on t
For example, “I am building a powerful and profitable business.” Many successful business professionals have used these "I AM" statements to keep them moving forward toward. Start with a list and write them down, carry them with you or put them up on a bulletin board in your office. When you see them every day, it becomes repetitive, and becomes a habit that becomes part of your daily life.
For instance, if you write that you’re always feeling disorganized then your affirmation would be, “I am organized and in control.” Repeat your affirmations several times a day and feel the power of positive thinking.
3. Capture negative thoughts and words and take them out of your vocabulary. We all have disconfirming ideas from time to time. However, negative thoughts and emotions can derail us and keep us from accomplishing what we want. Small words like "but", "don't" can take a positive thought and turn it into a negative thought.
Here's what I mean. Let's say you're working on a proposal for a new project and you are thinking, "I want to get this proposal done by this weekend, but I have too much going on this week."
That doesn't sound like a very firm statement, does it? Let's turn that around to say,
"I will get this proposal done by this weekend as my time is my own." See the difference?
Of course, catching those negative thoughts takes practice and persistence. When you find yourself thinking negative thoughts or having negative emotions, find a trigger to convert them to a positive thought. You can also discover speedy pick me ups like a favorite song, a walk outdoors, or some exercise to help improve your mood. I know one of the activities that helps me clear my head the most is going for a run.
4. Set goals/intentions and then be willing to let it go. We attract what we focus on. However, despair sends mixed messages and a lot of negativity. Determine your goals and intentions and then let them go. You'll be surprised at what happens when you allow yourself to have that faith in what you can do. Go ahead, give it a try.
5. Be thankful. Gratitude is possibly the single most powerful and positive tool for success. When you are thankful for all of the fantastic things and people in your life the challenges you face appear significantly less important and are more easily dealt with.
Think about starting and keeping a gratitude journal and get into the habit of writing it in every day. That way, when you are confronting challenges, a quick glance at all the amazing things in your life will make you feel as if you can undertake anything. Additionally, an attitude of gratitude assists you keep a positive perspective and to face challenges as opportunities instead of obstacles.
Success is within your grasp and with the right posture you can achieve anything you set your sights on. Embrace these five winning strategies and you’ll create a business that most people only dream about.
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About the authors:
Patty Gale is a proud Army mom who, in 2001, turned in her suits, heels and briefcase to work from home.
Lisa Fowler is a proud Army spouse who has been successfully working from home since 2004.
Together, their passion to make a difference can be found on www.ArmyCrossroads.com, where they provide free home business information and workshops for military families. Register for one of their workshops at: www.ArmyCrossroads.com/workshop-schedule
Patty Gale and Lisa join Fort Bliss Life as our Homebased Business "Inspired Leaders" to bring you no-nonsense approaches to being empowered Home Based Biz Owners
BUSINESS - Home Based Business
5 Winning Strategies to Keep Moving Forward
by Patty Gale and Lisa Fowler
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