Kaizen

Minor changes can make major differences. The Kaizen philosophy has gradually been adapted by corporations throughout the world, but it’s original translation of two words meaning good change or improvement. For me, I’m making slight adjustments which, in time, will make major differences in the way I accomplish tasks.

For years I’d sit around and think about what I’d do when a certain event would come to pass. When I graduate, when I lose weight, when I get this job or drive this car, or so many other things that may or may not have come to pass. What I’ve learned from those experiences and from watching the experiences of others around me is action trumps all.

This day, this moment comes but once. Time doesn’t repeat itself. Sitting around waiting for events to manifest is wasting time and counterproductive. I’m no longer willing to wait and yet, I’m not going to jump into the deep end of the pool without looking either. I’ll take action, but it’ll be measured. I’ll move tactically. I’ll implement it according to my purpose and the plans for its fulfillment. At some point, the plan may evolve. It has changed before and I’m quite certain it will again. Minor changes don’t require abandoning the entire plan. Don’t throw the baby out with the bath water. Make some tweaks and keep moving forward. It’s what I’m doing and I’m sure I’m not alone.

Today, Tuesday, November 8, 2022, I am grateful that:

I’ve started the work week. I’m still adjusting my sleeping pattern and a little tired. It’s totally worth it though. I’ll keep moving forward with this minor adjustment.

Sherman and I had a productive conversation yesterday. It’s great to meet and build relationships with like minded individuals. Happy we met and began to form a relationship.

I’m willing to do the work. In years past, I’d like to delegate and get others to do something or simply procrastinate. Today, I’m happy for the work and the ability to perform it at levels unknown to most.

I am no longer ashamed of my gifts. They’ve been bestowed and some I’ve worked a ton of hours to perfect and harness, but I’m no longer embarrassed, for the most part, for having them. That’s not something I could always admit.

What small thing could you start today that’ll make a huge difference five years from now?

Do that one thing now!

Be Great. Be Grateful!!!