Tag: Motivation

Preparation #8: Preparation Meets Opportunity – How Readiness Creates “Luck”

People often say, “You were lucky to be in the right place at the right time.” But real luck isn’t random—it’s readiness meeting opportunity.

The truth is, opportunity rarely announces itself. It shows up quietly, disguised as extra work, a sudden challenge, or an unexpected ask. Those who have front-loaded their effort—who have prepared before the moment arrives—are the ones who can say yes without hesitation.

Preparation gives you confidence. It transforms uncertainty into momentum. Whether it’s a career opening, a competition, or a chance to lead, your preparation determines whether you’re ready to step forward or forced to step aside.

Front-loading your work—your skills, mindset, and systems—means you’re already positioned for the opportunity before it appears. When that moment comes, you don’t need to get ready… because you are ready.

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Resolutions

It’s been a few weeks into the new year, and now is the perfect time to assess your progress.

First, ask yourself: Are you still keeping your resolutions? Are you still committed to the changes you made just a few weeks ago?

Suppose the answer is yes, great job! Keep pushing forward. If not, take a moment to reflect on why those resolutions may have faltered. Were they too ambitious? Were they not specific enough? Or perhaps life simply got in the way. Whatever the reason, don’t let that stop you from getting back on track.

Here’s another critical question: Do you have any new changes or goals you’d like to set for yourself? If so, are you planning to start next year?

The answer to the last question should be a resounding NO if you’re serious about success. Waiting is the enemy of progress. Success doesn’t hinge on a particular day or date; it’s about action—right now. Most people have already given up on their New Year’s resolutions by this point. Don’t let that be your story. Instead, change today, not tomorrow, and certainly not next year.

What’s the change you’re ready to commit to? Define it clearly. Write it down. Then, take your first step, however small, toward making it a reality. Remember, every day is an opportunity to improve and grow. You don’t need a new year to start fresh—all you need is the decision to begin.

#Just Be Better

#Stay Healthy, Stay Strong

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Effective Team Meetings: Keeping Discussions On Point

At the end of every work cycle, we have too many meetings. Some are important, but most are not. I hate meetings that have no point. Too many people feel they are powerful when holding a meeting. It is true that when someone calls a meeting that I am compelled to attend, the person has power over my time. However, I will only give them the power to use my time effectively. 

Meetings should be on-point and concise. The leaders should encourage discussion and debate but be focused enough to keep the discussions on point. Some teams I am part of have members who cannot stop talking and going off on a tangent because they feel or believe. These time wasters are an issue. If you “feel” or “believe” something is true, take the time to explore it and bring a concise summation of your research to the meeting. Unless it is a brain-storming session, the ramblings do not belong. This is ineffective, gives the unprepared power over my time, and does not belong in an effective team meeting. I’ve seen too many meetings devolve because the leader is either reluctant to address or fails to recognize this issue. It takes a creative participant to redirect the conversation.

Do not waste other people’s time. Come to a meeting prepared and ready to work. Expect your colleagues to do the same.

Just Be Better

Stay Healthy, Stay Strong.

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Force The Future #4 – Prepare

At this point, we are prepared. We are not letting our past overwhelm our future; our preparation allows us to worry less about the future. Now, what do I do? It is time to build the habits we need to force the future. Building habits today is the most important thing we can do to force the future. By building habits, we adopt the skills and characteristics we want to have in the future. 

Take time today to map out the future you want, determine the habits you need to succeed, and start implementing the habits immediately.

#Just Be Better

# Stay Strong, Stay Healthy

Force the Future #3

The best route to success is forged with your preparation. Preparing has significantly influenced my accomplishments, and not preparing is one of the biggest reasons for my failures. I believe in “Force the Future” because it encourages us to prepare for the future we want by working today to develop the habits we need to be successful. No matter what you desire for your future, the better your preparation, the better your chances for success. If you want it in the de, force it by preparing for it today.

#Just Be Better

# Stay Strong, Stay Healthy