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Unhappy Boring Jobs – Yours like This?

W Glen Thompson — Thu, 30 Mar 2017 16:13:41 +0000

Are you just going through the daily grind of a job feeling bored, unhappy, or unfulfilled? Thinking you’ve got game for a better career or even a business of your own, and want to change? A survey by CareerBliss has researched the Happiest and Unhappiest Jobs in America. Here is what they looked at and what they found…

CareerBliss evaluated people’s sentiment on their happiness with their job by considering rankings in areas as not only compensation, but also regarding relationships, like with one’s boss and coworkers, also work environment, professional resources, opportunities for growth, regular tasks, company culture and reputation, and how much control a person has over what work they do on a daily basis.

So those who were experiencing happiness in their career role were found to rate well not only in satisfaction with their compensation but also around areas relative to fulfillment, control, and more opportunity.

The latest survey showed those roles in the happiness spectrum seemed largely focused around career areas of technology and leadership. Here is what they found as the top ten:

Recruiter

Full Stack Developer

Research Assistant

Senior Java Developer

Android Developer

CTO (Chief Technology Officer)

Lead Engineer

Lead Developer

Software QA Engineer

COO (Chief Operating Officer)

So what about you, are you in the happiness spectrum with your career and life?

The sadness of it is that too many people go through life unhappy with their role. If you have had thoughts that you would like to move out of unhappiness into happiness with what you are doing and how it fulfills you, there are ways to find the best use of yourself and your purpose in life.

As a professional coach, we know how and have experience that can help you develop a road-map to your own personal happiness with methods and techniques that result in action and results for you.

Don’t procrastinate on making yourself happy anymore, take action and contact us now.

Financial Worry? Money Is No. 1 Stress Per Survey

W Glen Thompson — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 00:19:39 +0000

Are you stressed out over finances? A survey has found that money is the number one stress for people. It also pointed out that there seems to be a connection between people’s well-being and their finances. Nearly three-quarters of the respondents said they were stressed about money and some went on to say it was affecting their health.

Some of the survey’s findings about this financial anxiety showed that those who were experiencing financial concerns were more likely to have unhealthy behaviors as a response to the stress, with many saying a lack of money prevents them from enjoying a healthier lifestyle. In this study from the APA it was recommended that people in this situation get in place a support system of people that they can realize extra emotional strength from so to improve their situation.

So, there’s no shortage of financial advice and self-help gurus, and there is usually the uncle, aunt, friend, parent, etc., that knows just what you need to do; and therein is the rub – who do you really want to turn to with your confidential information that can help you with a plan that’s tailored to what works for you?

Do you want to be forced to fit into a generic product, solution, or someone else’s mental model of what’s important to them, or work on it with someone who is not a professional practitioner that is not obligated to confidence and what’s only best for you?

Something to consider is to start with a professional having business and coaching experience that keeps all in confidence, has methods to get ‘under your hood’ to know the issues, and can help you build a smart plan tailored to you that helps you over barriers, then holds you accountable for your goals while also facilitating you to overcome challenges that may arise.

If you think such an approach may help you be able to better manage stress going forward and improve your financial situation , contact us.

Americans Stressed With Anxiety Levels Ticking Up – What To Do?

W Glen Thompson — Fri, 10 Mar 2017 00:19:08 +0000

A new study says Americans are stressed out with increasing levels of anxiety over things like politics, finances, safety and security, education, and the future. The latest annual “Stress in America” survey by the American Psychological Association is providing warning signals for Americans who are more stressed out today than a decade ago. The good news is that the sources of stress are known and there are things that can be done about it.

Stress is a normal part of life but too much stress can affect your well being, and according to the survey, average stress levels have definitely went up over the past 10 years. Some called out the recent and contentious presidential election with its remaining political divide as a significant source of stress. Others were concerned about personal safety and security in today’s world. Additionally, a significant two-thirds majority of all respondents said they feel stressed about our nation’s future.

Also, the fact that we’re surrounded by conversations in the news and social media cycles which are now 24/7 through ever present technology makes it hard for Americans to get away from it, especially since so many of us are staying “plugged in” and not tuning things out.

This additional stress may be affecting Americans’ health. The study said the percentage of people reporting at least one health symptom because of stress rose up to 80 percent. A third of Americans have reported specific symptoms such as headaches (34 percent), feeling overwhelmed (33 percent), feeling nervous or anxious (33 percent) or feeling depressed or sad (32 percent). And while individually these common health symptoms might seem minor, they can lead to negative effects on life and health when they continue over a period of time.

So what are some things that can be done about it. The number one stress management method reported by the respondents themselves was the use of exercise which I’m a great believer in as well, and it doesn’t have to be the stereotypical in the fitness club with weights and machines. Find what you like and enjoy; walking, running, biking, or whatever, that gets you moving. Then just do it – regularly.

Another method that can work is a three-step approach with support of a professional coach where: 1) facilitated self-discovery leads to clarity of the real challenges AND realization of resources to reach the desired outcome; 2) facilitated development of an action plan you believe in for resolving the need and/or achieving the goal; 3) follow-ups with the coach to monitor progress to the plan and identify adjustments as needed with techniques that help overcome barriers.

It can feel great and empowering to know one is being proactive, setting goals, making a plan, and taking action they believe can yield results.

For coaching help in developing your own approach, contact us. We’re waiting with a coaching methodology and techniques from experience that enable you to realize positive results.

When Is The Best Time To Start a Business?

W Glen Thompson — Thu, 02 Mar 2017 04:48:04 +0000

Some have harbored thoughts of starting a new career or business, but keep putting off taking a serious look at it – waiting for just the right time. When will that come? If you want to be self-reliant and take your future into your own hands, there is no better time than now to do a self-assessment and discover how you can plan for transforming your future. Our coaching methodology does that.

Imagine for a moment…

…if you could start a business without needing a lot of money; the tools and technology you need for running your business are already there for you at little to no cost; and there are people available to support you in growing your business. The only thing that’s needed is the main ingredient: YOU! Your unique knowledge, skills, experience, commitment, and hard work.

Would you consider starting your own business if that was the case? Guess what—that is the case. So what are people waiting for?

For many, they hesitate because they don’t realize the resources they have available and also haven’t taken the time to put together an action plan they have high confidence in. This goes for starting a new business or career.

So many have realized a way to achieve success and personal security, and that’s being your own boss. They don’t wait on the economy, government, luck, timing, or whatever, but create their own future.

This can be done by people recognizing the sum of all their resources as experience, skills, and more they don’t realize, as a valuable human asset; and as such, realize they are their own greatest resource they can leverage in generating a brighter future.

There has been an expanding shift to the entrepreneurial economy that’s enabled by the availability of low-cost, high-value technology and information. It’s possible to look bigger, do more, and be more efficient and professional with less cost.

And for the serious who want to make their own road-map to success in whatever venue or elevate their career, they make the smart first move to get an experienced coach with a process and methods that can enable them to save effort, time, and even money, while providing a better opportunity of success.

Contact us to learn if this is your time for what you want to have happen in your life!

5 Lessons Coach Bill Belichick’s Super Bowl Patriots Teach You On Leadership[VIDEO]

W Glen Thompson — Wed, 08 Feb 2017 22:59:38 +0000

Coach Bill Belichick, Tom Brady, and the New England Patriots have proven themselves the greatest of all time in the NFL, owning the record for most Super Bowls reached and won. They are also considered by many as the G.O.A.T. across all sports. Their approach resulting in stability and consistency offers lessons learned for leadership and unparalleled success as pointed out in this video.

The Patriots have appeared in the Super Bowl nine times in franchise history, the most of any team, seven of them since the arrival of head coach Bill Belichick and quarterback Tom Brady. The Patriots own the record for most Super Bowls reached (seven) and won (five) by a head coach-quarterback tandem, as well as being the first tandem to win the Super Bowl 13 years after the first.

Coaches, not just in football but across all sports, seek to learn from coach Bill Belichick’s approach and the system that has brought the New England Patriots so much success. In the linked video you can watch many of the reasons for their winning ways of uninterrupted success that could be appreciated and applied in your life, team, or business endeavors.

If you want a coach to challenge you while enhancing your focus and ability to change that positions you for the success you want as described in the video, contact us about our system from 20 years of experience and success.

There’s a reason why great players and teams have a coach. Do you have one?

WATCH HERE…

An Accelerated Approach to Goal Setting

W Glen Thompson — Thu, 26 Jan 2017 23:01:45 +0000

Goal setting is a most important activity for achievement of our ambitions. Instead of things just happening and being at the mercy of circumstances, effective goal setting makes a difference in our success level. In this video and article linked below, Entrepreneur Network partners outline their own personal rules to achieve accelerated goal-setting.

As they point out, it’s extremely important to prepare yourself, and understand your vision and get your goals written down correctly so you know where you want to get to – and how. Additionally, and kudos to them, they point out the importance of getting a coach.

An experienced coach with a methodology process can move you forward with accountability in an accelerated manner you could not attain solo. With effective coaching, this results in an accelerated approach to goal setting and it’s effective providing a higher level of confidence for you in reaching your success.

For expert help in developing your plan for the year that brings success, contact us. We’re waiting with a coaching methodology and techniques from experience that enable you to accelerate to your best ambitions.

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People Burned Fire Walking Across Hot Coals – Necessary For Success?

W Glen Thompson — Sat, 25 Jun 2016 01:24:46 +0000

Previous news reports have said that dozens of people were burned after walking over hot coals at a Tony Robbins motivational seminar.

Reports said Robbins didn’t speak publicly about what might have gone wrong, but his organization, Robbins Research International, issued statements saying that “Someone not familiar with the fire walk observed the event and called 911 erroneously reporting hundreds of people requiring medical attention for severe burns.” However, news reports described ambulances and hospitalizations.

But is it necessary to fire walk across hot coals to achieve the success you want?

News reports had further described at least five hurt who had to be hospitalized per officials. Also reporting ambulances where lined up outside the convention center about 11 p.m. that night.

It was also reported that the event was described as a “Turn Fear Into Power” event and spoke about overcoming the roadblocks of fear. “Storm across a bed of hot coals,” the website said, “Once you start doing what you thought was impossible, you’ll conquer the other fires of your life with ease.”

But interestingly, reports also said all participants were required to sign a liability waiver.

No, it’s not necessary to fire walk across hot coals and risk your well-being for goal achievement.

If coaching marketing and methods have reached the point of clients signing liability waivers and making ambulance trips to the emergency room, its time to take a step back and realize what’s actually necessary for goal achievement.

It’s not necessary for coaching that supports client’s goal achievement to place them in harm’s way, but instead should do no harm and facilitate them to success through real coaching technology of a professional structured framework that is proven and safe.

It’s true that an individual doesn’t have to conform to their roadblocks of fear, and can breakthrough in transforming their lives as a result of following steps in a process that makes goals possible. You can close the achievement gap in your life, profession, or business goals.

You don’t have to get burned to do it. Contact us for methods and techniques to facilitate your success which don’t require calling 911 and an ambulance standing by.

How Can You Risk Taking the Leap Without It Being Reckless?

W Glen Thompson — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 08:09:26 +0000

What makes Donald Trump and tight-rope walker Philippe Petit kindred spirits? What does Oprah Winfrey have in common with Evel Knievel? What makes Steve Jobs the same as Harry Houdini? All of these people are risk takers. So how can you take the leap to success without jumping off a cliff?

Some of them take risks like jumping a motorcycle over a canyon, or getting buried alive in a straitjacket. Others take risks that might not create as much of a visual spectacle, but are big risks just the same, such as walking away from a great job to launch a television network, putting tons of money on the line and overcoming bankruptcy multiple times to pursue new business ventures, or dropping out of college to eventually take the tech world by storm and launch a line of game-changing electronics.

There’s a reason becoming an entrepreneur is often referred to as “taking the leap.” For many, it’s a scary proposition to take such risk and start a business.

So, what enables one person to grab the “golden ring” and another to feel it’s out of reach? What gives one person the willingness or courage it takes to jump into entrepreneurship starting a business and another to dip his toe in and quickly pull it back? It all boils down to the unwillingness or inability to take risk.

So how can you take the leap to success in starting a business without it being a leap off a cliff? How can you take risk without it being reckless?

Many people think of entrepreneurs being the reckless type, but studies have shown that risk prevents most from taking the entrepreneurial path and those that do, by and large, are not gamblers.

Yes, entrepreneurs are risk takers but so are all people. From driving to work to eating unhealthy food to crossing the street, nearly everything we do entails risk. We can’t eliminate these risks; all we can do is know what they are and mitigate them.

The same can be said for the savvy entrepreneur. Entrepreneurs do not think of risk in terms of eliminating it, but rather knowing what they are, so they can develop a sound plan for reducing risk and unwelcome surprises. Wise entrepreneurs only take smart business risks after carefully weighing the pros and cons and making a plan that provides the best chance of success.

Just as people wear seat belts, map their routes, and look both ways when driving through intersections to mitigate the risk of driving, the entrepreneur performs research and careful planning to mitigate the risk of starting a business.

Rather than letting the fear of risk create paralysis, they use it to make themselves plan more carefully and manage better until they reach their goals. Many entrepreneurs will credit their success in part to their preparedness.

How prepared are you to achieve your dreams? Have you done a self-assessment to know your strengths and weaknesses? Have you set the right goals and made a smart action plan?

Contact us so we can coach you how to make your plan for good fortune by taking smart risks.