Learning and Development
The Power of a Fresh Perspective
Photo by Karsten Winegeart on Unsplash
As a business leader, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations of running a company. We focus on hitting targets, meeting deadlines, and ensuring everything run smoothly. And we shut people down by not keeping an open mind.
But what happens when things aren’t going as planned?
This is when a fresh perspective can be invaluable. A new point of view can help you see things in a different light and give you the insight you need to make important decisions. Using phrases like “tell me more” or “huh, I hadn’t thought about it that way” keeps the discussion open and moving.
Talk to your team members, prospects, residents, vendor partners, and competitors. Ask them for their thoughts on your business and how it could be improved. You may be surprised by what you learn.
Another way to gain a fresh perspective is to step back and take a look at the bigger picture. Instead of getting caught up in the details, try to see the forest for the trees. Ask yourself what the long-term goals of your business are and how you can work towards them. What is the why of our business? Why do we exist?
Finally, don’t be afraid to challenge your assumptions. Or kill the sacred cows. We all have a tendency to hold on to certain beliefs, even when they’re no longer true.
Be open to new ideas and be willing to change your mind.
“Huh, I hadn’t thought about it that way” is a phrase you should remember as a business leader. It’s a reminder to be open to new ideas and always look for ways to improve your business. You can navigate the most demanding challenges and achieve your long-term goals with a fresh perspective.
Visualization in Achieving Your Goals
The Role of Visualization in Achieving Your Goals
Photo by Markus Winkler on Unsplash
Visualization can be a powerful tool when it comes to achieving your goals. By visualizing yourself completing a task or reaching a goal, you can increase your motivation and focus and improve your performance.
Visualization works by activating the same areas of the brain as if you were performing the task or achieving the goal. When you visualize yourself doing something, your brain sends signals to your muscles, preparing them for the task ahead. This is why athletes and performers often use visualization to rehearse their routines before a competition or performance.
But visualization isn’t just for athletes and performers. Anyone can use it to achieve their goals. Whether you’re trying to hike a small mountain, save for a vacation, or get a well-deserved promotion, visualization can help you stay motivated and focused on your goal.
Here are a few tips on how to use visualization to achieve your goals:
- Be specific: When visualizing your goal, be as specific as possible. Instead of just visualizing yourself as “being successful,” picture yourself in specific situations, such as giving an excellent presentation or running a marathon.
- Make it real: Use as many senses as possible when visualizing your goal. Imagine how it feels, smells, and tastes when you achieve it. This will help make your visualization more realistic and effective.
- Do it consistently: The more often you visualize your goal, the more powerful it will become. Make it a daily habit to spend a few minutes visualizing yourself achieving your goal.
- Act: Visualization is a great tool for motivation and focus, but it’s not enough. You also need to take action toward your goal. After visualizing, plan and take the necessary steps to achieve your goal.
Co-Elevate
Photo by Clemens Posch on Unsplash
Co-elevation is the practice of working together to raise the abilities and skills of everyone involved. It is often used in team-building exercises and training programs to help individuals and groups reach their full potential.
Co-elevation can be used in various settings, including business, education, and community building. It is a powerful tool for fostering collaboration, creativity, and innovation. By working together to improve skills and abilities, individuals and groups can achieve more than they could individually.
One of the critical principles of co-elevation is that everyone has something valuable to contribute. Each person has unique talents and abilities that can be used to help others. By recognizing and utilizing these talents and skills, everyone can benefit.
Co-elevation can improve communication and collaboration among team members in your multifamily business. By sharing knowledge and skills, teams can become more efficient and effective. This can lead to better decision-making, problem-solving, and innovation. And a stronger sense of trust.
Co-elevation can create a more engaging and effective learning environment in an educational setting. By working together, students can learn from one another and develop a deeper understanding of the material. This can lead to better academic performance and a more positive learning experience.
Co-elevation can also be used in community-building efforts. By working together to improve the community, individuals can develop a sense of ownership and pride in their community. This can lead to a stronger, more vibrant community that can better meet its residents’ needs.
Challenge Talks
Photo by LinkedIn Sales Solutions on Unsplash
Challenge talks are a powerful tool for personal and professional development. They are a way for individuals to step out of their comfort zones and present their ideas, projects, or goals to a group of people in a way that encourages feedback and constructive criticism.
Challenge talks can take many forms, from formal presentations to informal chats over coffee. The key is that they are a chance for individuals to share their ideas and goals with others and receive feedback that can help them improve and grow.
One of the most potent aspects of challenge talks is that they force individuals to think critically about their ideas and aspirations. When you present your ideas to others, you are forced to consider how they will be received and how they can be improved. This can lead to valuable insights and a deeper understanding of your ideas and goals. We need more of this in the multifamily space. Critical thinking is necessary, and challenge talks provide good reps for honing the skill.
Another benefit of challenge talks is providing a psychologically safe place for individuals to take risks and try new things. When you know that you have a group of people there to support you and provide constructive feedback, it can be easier to take risks and try new things. It can lead to personal and professional growth and new skills and abilities.
In addition to individual benefits, challenge talks can also benefit organizations. Organizations can tap into their team’s collective knowledge and creativity by encouraging employees to share their ideas and goals. This can lead to new ideas, improved processes, and increased productivity.
If you’re looking for a way to improve your personal and professional development, consider trying challenge talks. I believe in exposing yourself to this kind of personal development for all you will become.
How to set and achieve big, long-term goals
Photo by Ronnie Overgoor on Unsplash
Nothing I say in this post is new information, but I think it is good to revisit occasionally. Setting and achieving big, long-term goals can be challenging but rewarding. Whether you’re looking to start a business, run a marathon, or improve your financial situation, the key to success is to have a clear plan and take consistent, focused action.
Here are some of my tips to help you set and achieve your big, long-term goals:
- Start with a clear vision. The first step in setting and achieving big, long-term goals is clearly defining what you want. This means thinking about what you truly want in life and what you’re willing to do to make it happen.
- Break your goal down into smaller, manageable steps. Once you have a clear vision, breaking your goal into smaller, manageable steps is important. This will help you stay focused and motivated, making tracking your progress easier.
- Create a plan of action. Once you have a clear vision and have broken your goal into smaller steps, creating a plan of action is time. This means outlining the specific actions you will take to achieve your goal and setting a deadline for when you want to achieve it.
- Stay focused and motivated. Achieving big, long-term goals requires discipline and focus. Discipline equals freedom and it’s the hardest part of achieving your goals. It’s important to stay motivated and to remind yourself why you’re working towards your goal. Surround yourself with people who support and encourage you, and use positive affirmations to keep yourself motivated.
- Take consistent, focused action. The key to achieving big, long-term goals is consistent, focused action. This means taking small, consistent steps toward your goal and staying focused on your action plan.
- Celebrate your success. Remember to celebrate your success along the way. Achieving big, long-term goals is not an easy task, so it’s important to take the time to celebrate your progress and accomplishments.