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11 Apr 2011 I Am Still Here!
 |  Topic: Persistence  | Tags: , , , ,  | Leave a Comment

My goals for 2011No, I have not disappeared from this planet. Yes, one day I WILL fly away :) , but not yet.

I am still here. There is still much to be done, and I feel that my “baby boomer life” is just beginning!

At the beginning of this year I created a mosaic photo in Photoshop depicting the highlights of my goals for this year.

This photo shows SOME of the reason for embarking on a business building journey. What are some of these reasons? The financial freedom that my successful business will give me will empower me to serve the churches in Mexico and other parts of Latin America (where my heart is).

This freedom will also enable me to support the churches, train leaders and go on missionary journeys. It will also empower others to be free of financial hindrances as I teach them to follow the path I am presently opening up.

Well these are SOME of the reasons
I have taken a little time away from writing. I needed to focus on building foundations in some other areas. Then when the day comes (and its very soon) when it will look like I gained “overnight success” you will know what really happened.

I remember helping my Dad build a shed in the back yard one time.
He needed a place for his tools and a workstation. He loved to work with wood. We built the foundation (I am actually sure that I did more observing than working :) , and then the framework for the walls were built on the ground.

When the walls were finished they were pulled upright with some rope to be fixed to the foundation and “PRESTO” there was the shed – “instantly built”.

No – it was not really built instantly any more than anything else in life is really instant. It was just that all of the pieces that were being worked on over a period of a few weeks were put together instantly.

Today’s Challenge for you:
Are you in the middle of a new project? Perhaps the process may be long or hard (or both). But keep going! Never give up – you WILL reach your goals. Keep attending to the details of each day, and your “house” too will one day appear “instantly”.

“Overnight success” can be yours AFTER you have completed the process of training, foundation building and all else that is needed to reach your goal.

JillKeep going!


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11 Aug 2010 Is Your Life Purpose A Blurr?
 |  Topic: Life Purpose  | Tags: , , , , ,  | 2 Comments

Blurred photoNote: This photo was deliberately blurred to remind you what happens when you are out of focus.

The scene just does not look right, correct?

But what about your life focus? Is it like this photo? Or is it nice and sharp?

Let’s take a moment to consider what would happen in your life and mine if our life vision is not clear and focused:

1. If you are not focused on where you are going in life, how can you set appropriate goals and strategies to get there? An interesting question no?

Goals and strategies are very important, BUT before you create the road map you need to define your destination.

  • Where are you going in life?
  • What is your why? (link leads to a CD). (Your life passion).



2. If you are not clear on your why (your life purpose), how do you know which direction to walk in? This is why so many people are simply going around in circles. They have no vision.

I am sure you know what dog paddling is right? It is simply beating the water to stay afloat, but going nowhere.

All the energy is used up in simply keeping your head above water.

How many people do you know who are living life in this way? But this is NOT for you! You are a champion!

Do make sure you take some time to make sure you have a clear vision of your WHY in life. (This book and tape is a GREAT practical resource that will help you to discover your why).


3. How will you recognize your life purpose
when you reach it, if you don’t know what it looks like?

When a photo is blurred it is often hard to even see what it is right? If your life purpose and passion is not clear (your why), do you think you would recognize it when you reach it?

Today’s questions:

  • Is your why (your life purpose and passion) crystal clear in your mind?
  • Are you focused on creating strategies and plans to fulfill your why?
  • Are you moving forward each and every day towards achieving your life goals? (You can only successfully do that when you have a clear vision of your why.


Action:

  • Take some time to make sure your why is crystal clear in your mind.
  • Visualize your goals and dreams both in your mind AND in your surroundings (dream or vision board).
  • Take a step forward EVERY day and you WILL reach your dreams!

A favorite quote from a great man of God, Oral Roberts:

You can’t go under for going over!

JillIs your vision sharp today? Or do you need to focus your lens?


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