 I entered a subway car in NYC several months ago and it was spotless. Clean as a whistle, as they say, and ready for passengers.
It was the first stop the subway would make on its long journey south through the Bronx to the southern tip of Manhattan. Along the route, with passengers coming and going, the subway cars likely would become messier. Maybe, much messier. But, it still felt wonderful to enter that car and ride in it for a while. Which got me thinking about how it's pretty much a universal sentiment that we appreciate things more when they're clean. There's something deeply satisfying about a clean, decluttered desk, a freshly-washed car, or a well-vacuumed and dusted home, not to mention clean clothes spilling out from the dryer. Pig-Pen, the beloved character in Peanuts who was always surrounded by a cloud of dust and dirt, would be a notable exception. Of course, there is the saying that "a clean house is a sign of a wasted life." Some reading this may relate to this sentiment more. You can let us know! In the meantime, it might be worth observing how much you viscerally react to things when they're clean. For example, do you feel more energized when walking into a crisp marble lobby of a big office building, accented with beautiful flowers? Does energy ebb when you see, once again, that coffee-stained stack of papers in your office? If worth a discussion, connect with me on LinkedIn or at [email protected]
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Doing chin-ups on a tree branch — in slow motion?! Not easy. But, this man knows how. He's focused and not distracted by people passing by. The branch feels more real. Maybe it's more difficult.
Chin-ups aren't easy for anyone. It takes strength and willpower. Fatigue always sets in and the feet land back on the ground. As we age, it only gets harder. But, having a goal — perhaps just doing two or three chin-ups — that's connected to a joyful or invigorating purpose, makes it easier. If you have a career or leadership goal but aren't achieving it, let alone taking the first few steps, maybe it's time to speak with a Professional Certified Coach. Connect with me here or on LinkedIn for a free coaching consultation. Together, we'll get your goals clear and those difficult "chin-ups" you encounter in life and at work underway!  Wait... My branding alongside pro golfer Scottie Scheffler on the cover of Westchester Golfer's Digest.
How stellar is that! And then, there's my full-page ad inside. What's the goal? To make my target audience, whether avid golfers, tennis players, or any professional for that matter, aware of my coaching services, including executive, career, and retirement coaching. Working with a coach helps reduce stress and provide a vision for your next professional swing. It helps you move forward, in a way that works for you. No missed long drives or short putts. Please connect with me here or on LinkedIn for a free, confidential and rewarding discussion. I may not have the secret to perfecting your golf swing, but I have the experience and knowledge to make your professional swings and choices smooth and successful. |
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