Have you always wanted to get your pilot’s license, start a
business, write a book or hike the Appalachian Trail?
We all have dreams. Some of us want to do something
different than what we do day in and day out. Some of us want to add a little
excitement to our lives or improve ourselves in some way. Some of us are
working on a bucket list. But we all have the same thing in common. We all want
to know where we need to start and how to get there
Recently, we held a virtual conference called Women on the Edge (of Greatness!) – a series of inspirational
and practical online workshops, keynotes and other sessions designed to help attendees
get started on their dreams.
We covered a
multitude of topics, including business basics and resources, setting up a
non-profit, networking, knowing yourself, experimenting and other inspirational
sessions to set attendees on the path to pursue their dreams. The sessions
covered many different subjects, but the underlying elements were consistent
throughout, so we thought we’d share them with you.
Set Goals
No matter what you
are pursuing – your New Year’s resolutions, starting a business, improving finances,
etc. – goals are key. Set them, write them down, and stay on top of them to be
sure you are on track to meeting them. This one step will greatly increase your
chances of success.
Build and Nurture
Relationships
Surround yourself
with people who support you in your goals and dreams. Be sure you have the
right people around you – people to fill the various important roles to help
you on your journey. Nurture those relationships and add new people if some
important roles aren’t being fulfilled.
Be Accountable
It’s hard to keep on
track toward any goal if you aren’t accountable to someone. That’s why programs
like Weight Watchers are so much more successful than going it alone. Find a
partner or partners to check in with on a regular basis. Review your goals and
progress toward achieving them with your partner to help you stay on point.
Cut the Clutter
Removing some of the
busyness and clutter from your life will free your mind to focus on your
dreams. Yes, life is busy and crazy. But look over your list and see if there’s
anything that isn’t helping you achieve your dream. Then say no to it. It’s ok,
the world won’t end. We promise.
Don’t be Afraid
to Fail
You will trip up
along the way. Some things will go as planned, but most will take a different
journey than you expected. The only way to learn is to try and fail and get up
and try again.
Start
Above everything
else, just start. You have to begin a journey in order to move along it. Will
there be setbacks? Of course there will. Adjust as necessary. But one thing is
certain; you’ll never achieve your dreams if you don’t start.
These steps represent the basics covered throughout these sessions.
There is so much more to gain from them and all of the complete sessions are
available as recordings. Contact us at info@gettheprofessionaledge.com
to learn how you can benefit from this fabulous resource to get you started on
your dream.
Good luck!
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Kerry Brooks is Co-owner of ProfessionalEdge Associates, offering a wide range of marketing, event planning and support services to businesses that want to increase their success, but aren't in a position to add to their staff. Learn more at www.gettheprofessionaledge.com.
Kerry Brooks is Co-owner of ProfessionalEdge Associates, offering a wide range of marketing, event planning and support services to businesses that want to increase their success, but aren't in a position to add to their staff. Learn more at www.gettheprofessionaledge.com.
