Some Monday Motivation for you – Consistency is Key.
The key to success. In the book, Atomic Habits, it’s all about consistently doing what you enjoy doing. I’ve got a post it note on my wall..
It’s the ‘little bit every day’ that will ultimately help you achieve your goals. I love to read (as most of you know) and I try to aim for 20-30 minutes of reading every day. The book I’m currently on is called ‘Influence’ by Robert B. Cialdini. Great book,. Only on Chapter 2, but already, it’s giving me ideas on what we can do and how to influence key stakeholders.
It’s a big ol’ book! And I know it’ll take me a while to read, but if I’m consistent with the book, for example, read for about 30 minutes a day (and then make some notes – which I like to do), I’ll have it finished in no time. Sometimes, a big book or a huge task/goal can seem daunting. But when broken down, can be managed.
We all have hobbies and activities we enjoy doing. For example, on the weekends we might enjoy washing the car or playing football. Whatever it is, you could really excel at it if you are consistent.
An element of this is the learning part. You will keep learning. Sometimes from mistakes you make. Sometimes from others you are surrounded by. Sometimes from what you’re picking up and understanding from more experienced people.
Take my football journey for example. Recently, I’ve been watching a lot of football training videos on youtube. Then I was asked by the local grass roots football club Under 12’s to help coach their team. Their form wasn’t the greatest recently. The coaches shared with me that they don’t pass and move enough. A bit static. And some other concerns. So I made a plan, and held a training session. It went really well. Caught up with the coaches after and they said that the kids played really well on the weekend! Took in everything that I had shared with them. I only shared what I’d been watching, learning and taking in on a daily basis around football.
Football is my example.
What is your example?
If you don’t have one, become consistent with an activity or hobby, then share with me in a month or two.