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25 Surefire Ways to Jumpstart Your Life
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By Monty J. Sharp
In Part One, we began looking
at the first of 25 surefire ways to jumpstart your life –
very actionable and practical methods to achieve the life or
career you really want. This time, we continue by taking a look
at some of the resources you may need to assist you in the process.
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Part Two: Get Help
6. Become transparent. Set aside some time to speak
to your pastor, rabbi, counselor or other trusted friend. Share
your deepest feelings, dreams and life goals with them. Also
share your fears about making a change. It’s amazing how
just hearing yourself say things out loud can bring a lot of
clarity to your thinking.
7. Test the waters. If you’re thinking of a
career change, try volunteering some time in your dream job first.
For example, if you are thinking of becoming a teacher, contact
your local school district or college and explain to them what
you are doing and ask what volunteer opportunities they have.
That gives you the chance to “sample” without fully
making the leap. |
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8. Hire a Coach. Need someone to give you that gentle
yet firm “push” towards your goals? A professionally
trained coach is your objective partner who will ask you the
tough questions, challenge and encourage you to take the necessary
steps that will move you closer to your goals and dreams. Try
2 or 3 coaches before selecting the one that’s the best
“fit” for you. Most coaches offer complimentary sessions
via the telephone so you can get a feel for the process and the
coach’s style without any risk. You can get two complimentary
coaching sessions at http://www.workteamcoaching.com/complimentarycoaching.htm
9.
Create an advisory board. Just like Presidents and other world
leaders have counselors and advisors who represent an array of
specialties and knowledge areas, individuals should also surround
themselves with a group of trusted personal advisors. Select
people whom you trust, respect, admire and whose opinions you
value. Ask them if they would be willing to share their wisdom
and counsel with you from time to time. Set aside time on a regular
or impromptu basis to seek them out.
10. Follow the leader. There have been many others
who have “blazed the trail” of change before you. Learn
from their example. Read books about others who have jumpstarted
their life or career. One really good book on this subject, written
by veteran talk show host, Dennis Wholey is “The Miracle
of Change: The Path to Self-Discovery and Spiritual Growth “
It contains the personal reflections of more than sixty individuals
from well known celebrities to anonymous contributors.
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