Yes, it probably will get worse….possibly much worse.
That is what I am hearing from my clients in the financial industry. These guys are the top performers in the financial world. They have stood the test of time and are positioned to continue to do so. So what makes them so special?
Well, simply put…they just think differently than most people. For example, the reason they have been able to survive over the decades of ups and downs is because they remain objective and detached from what is going on around them.
Of course they feel the current economic impact – we all do. But they don’t get wrapped up in worrying about it. Instead they stare into it, like looking into a crystal ball, and patiently wait for what the world economy is telling them to do.
They make decisions with one goal in mind, to be the best they can possible be.
These guys are smart. Real smart and they know one thing for sure and that is in the end, that they don’t know much of anything. Sounds like a confusing statement to make but all it really means is they stay humble and even keeled. When things are going well, they are never too happy and when things look the most hopeless, they are never too sad.
What I think is great about coaching these guys is that they bring a brilliant and simple perspective into focus – and most importantly, a perspective that we all can implement in our lives, not matter where you live, what you do or how much you earn for a living.
Here are some of the lessons I want to share with you….
1) Have a purpose
Know what you want to do and most importantly WHY you want to do it
2) Always have a plan
Better to have a bad plan than not to have any plan
3) Never take it personal
Setbacks happen from time to time. Accept them and remember to never, ever take it personal.
4) Be Resilient
When Babe Ruth was asked, “What do you think about when you strike out?” He responded, “I think about hitting homeruns.”
5) It’s ok to be afraid
Feeling afraid is normal and natural. We all feel fear when faced with situations filled with uncertainty. All that matters is that when you feel afraid that you do not act afraid or fail to make good decisions because you are afraid.
drdoug
