Sharpening Old Tools
Some days it feels as if I’m not making any progress. Other days it feels as if I’m super productive. And then there are days when I feel as if I could have done better or worse, but I did ok. The point is those days and their activities are all seen through an emotional lense. Yep, my feelings.
I’m shifting my focus slightly once again. I’ll be implementing something that worked consistently in years past. A to do list. Years ago, I was responsible for a remodel team at a national retailer. As a young man in my early twenties I struggled with the job and managing a team. My manager was relentless and could tell I was struggling. She stayed on me everyday and I became resentful.
On a break, I asked a colleague why our manager rarely said anything to him. He explained every morning he gave her a to do list. It helped both of them understand what needed to get done. If they thought changes needed to be made, they made them. Each morning they looked at what got finished the day before and what needed to be finished that day. Our manager rarely spoke to him throughout the day since she knew exactly what he was doing. She spoke to me constantly because neither of us had any idea of what I was doing.
When I implemented the list, my team’s performance and mine increased. My attitude changed and I received a promotion a few months after. Sharpening old tools from years gone by may very well prove the answer to challenges of today.
Today, Friday, December 2, 2022, I am grateful that:
I’m committed to getting this list done. Whether it’s first thing in the morning, the middle of the afternoon, or late nights. This has become an indispensable tool.
I got a chance to hang with Po and Rho yesterday. It was a pleasant surprise and it’s still having some residual effects.
Herb and I had our typical conversation on Thursday. It’s great to connect and I’m happy for the chance to develop such a meaningful relationship.
What skills do you take for granted?
How can you monetize those skills for additional income?
How could you use the additional income to further your purpose?
Be Great. Be Grateful!!!