Launching into a new year is exciting. Funny how a calendar change can inspire personal change. I like the imagery of launching, as you have several things which support your launch. Each rocket thruster needs to be ready and addressed to ensure your launch is successful. If one is weak, the trajectory will be off.
Planning and focus helps those of us who tend to have lots of ideas which might distract us from the pathway we have chosen to follow. Getting things on paper, reminding yourself of the lens through which you want to be looking during this time, making sure you are able to measure success. These are all key elements for not only the launch, but the success of the overall mission. Want to make it to the moon? That is one plan. Mars, a completely different one. Choose your destination for 2020 and make plans for a successful launch. Don't worry, on occasion, all of us take detours. Sometimes they can even be unexpectedly helpful in reaching your overall goals.
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2019 Is quickly coming to an end and the Winter Solstice signals a time to refocus. A good friend of mine did a great reflection and planning exercise with a group of us last year - teaching us to Focus Like a Laser Beam (great book by Lisa Hanneberg). I took a look at the reflections and planning for the year 2019 today and it is so interesting to see where you were vs where you are.
I find myself a bit more reflective this year than last. I was starting a new job in January and the focus was very much on bringing problem solving skills and creativity to the job. It turned out to be a year packed with finding solutions, implementing systems, and refocusing on what was important for the health of the association. Lots of fires fought and a learning curve which totally met my need to be a lifelong learner! This year it feels good to be transitioning to strategy and new ideas. Interestingly, my personal focus moving into 2020 looks a bit more centered on the now. How my state of being can affect my experiences as I move into this more strategic thinking is really resonating with me. I am keeping my word- Intention going into 2020. I am adding Permission. In this case, permission to self care, permission to create, permission to think "out of the box." I hope you too give yourself permission to be great in 2020. |
Liza HollandAuthorI have always loved words and reading. I was that kid that had her nose in a book to and from school. The crossing guard saw me coming and stopped traffic so I didn’t have to look up! As I grew into professional life, I did lots of writing - published articles, newsletters, ads, white papers, reports, grants, op eds, blogs, you name it. Recently, I took what would up being a sabbatical to Europe. My husband was offered a great opportunity and we spent a year in Belgium and a year in Ireland. It was magical. I did so many things I never had time for, including joining a writing group. Having time to think, I came back to Kentucky with 2, count them, 2 book ideas. I hope to share the journey of the coming to fruition with you.Write something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. Archives
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