Jul 2, 2008

Sustaining the Motivation (Second of A Series)


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People tend not to maintain the optimistic and energetic attitude all the time, especially in business and in earning money. We decline in our moods and energy levels. Hey, that condition is normal. You may wonder how some people maintain their “up” attitude most of the time. Well, they adopt some methods in order to keep their motivation high. You may want to try some of the suggested approaches.

Do what you love to perform and money will eventually follow. Whatever your interests are, if you really love what you do, you will definitely succeed. The interaction with other people, the tests, and the rewards that you get out of what you are doing will definitely push you on an uphill climb with a staggering growth potential to succeed. Just always find time for what you love.

Improve yourself continuously. You may set reasonable goals that are definitely attainable in a short period of time. Bigger goals can be broken down into smaller parts so that in case an opportunity comes along, a much needed sense of accomplishment will be experienced always. Remember that success feeds on success.

Be proud of what you do and it will be very meaningful to you. Everybody starts at the bottom of a corporate ladder, even the successful tycoons and businessmen started there. Always take pride in what you are doing and do the best you can, no matter how menial the task is. Just do your job with pride and professionalism. Doing so increases your competence, self-esteem and sense of control over your whole life and your work as well. Your superiors will take notice of what you are doing eventually. Excellence has its own reward and will eventually be recognized.

Consider your career path seriously; it’s not just a job. Job commitment is hard to find nowadays. Many young people keep on changing jobs; it seems they don’t have a career path in mind. Do your best always in your present company, and bear in mind that very few jobs last forever. Your vision of the future should be your utmost priority while minding your present condition will push you on where you will be going.

Give yourself rewards for successes and failures. Think of ways on how to reward yourself for all your efforts, even if you are not that successful. Also rate yourself an “E for Effort”. That will keep you going, so that sooner than expected you will be rewarding yourself for the success that is bound to come.

Be responsible with your career and your life. Make sure you understand that you and only yourself can make or break your future. Consider at all times that positive steps, no matter how small, will lead to much bigger payoffs in the future.

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