Here is what I am noticing. I see all kind of claims of resources but....here we are on day 6 and already people are fading away.
The initial enthusiasm for the project is gone and the responses to this are getting less and less.
No wonder some of you don't get anything done.
So here is a problem for you to solve.
What resources do you have that can be applied to FNISHING this project?
The other side of it is this. What are you actively doing to AVOID finishing the project?
Have fun
Tom
Re: OK So far but fading FAST
Posted On Nov 26, 2007 at 10:56 AM
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branimir
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Hey dude,
Because this is not a real time thing it takes too much time for people to respond and things to get going. How about moving fast and anyone who wants to get things done might follow?
Harun
Re: OK So far but fading FAST
Posted On Nov 26, 2007 at 12:29 PM
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Tom Said: What resources do you have that can be applied to FNISHING this project?
I ask what project???? Not having stated a goal won't help to feel motivated. We were about to define the goal, wouldn't that the thing that motivated this exercise?, I'm sure that once one is defined then people would feel motivated to it,
I also think that thanksgiving holiday slowed most people. So let's give them the chance to catch up and bring us the questions... would that be ... what is your goal???
Haz el bien sin mirar a quién.
Re: OK So far but fading FAST
Posted On Nov 26, 2007 at 12:37 PM
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TomVizzini
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What resources do you have that can be applied to FNISHING this project?
My Friends,
Patience
3D Mind
My Journal
The other side of it is this. What are you actively doing to AVOID finishing the project?
Getting frustrated I cant have all the info now now now
Spreading my attention over different things
Perhaps?
Re: OK So far but fading FAST
Posted On Nov 26, 2007 at 3:25 PM
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daveforis
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Thanksgiving followed by 2 11-hour workdays and 1 day of doing absolutely nothing equals a break in the pattern. I'm back now, so let's keep this going. Just make sure you keep posting the assignments daily.
Re: OK So far but fading FAST
Posted On Nov 27, 2007 at 12:51 AM
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I'm continuing because I'm curious to see what I get out of this. I think I will get something beneficial because it is leading to exploration of an area I need work in. Its paid off already in recognizing the "getting a wii system" as a resource. I'm not avoiding anything, yet . So, I'm can't answer that question. I can say that when I avoid on other projects that I distract myself with whatever is handy and tell myself the projects not important.
John Nelson
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Posted On Nov 27, 2007 at 3:32 AM
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Here is what I am noticing. I see all kind of claims of resources but....here we are on day 6 and already people are fading away.
Not me I've been super busy getting things done the last few days.
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What resources do you have that can be applied to FNISHING this project?
The other side of it is this. What are you actively doing to AVOID finishing the project?
Resources I have that are being applied to current projects:
1) Clearly defining an outcome and an end point (i.e.: when)
2) Scheduling the deadlines in a calendar.
3) Outsourcing any work I don't need to do myself (or that can be done better / faster / cheaper by someone else). This frees up my time and accelerates the progress being made.
4) Involving others in the goals to help me stay accountable and on time. They can also bring their own resources in + encouragement, mentorship and support.
5) Strangely - getting more sleep is proving to be a valuable resource. This has been a big problem for me recently - working far too late and not getting enough sleep makes me less effective.
6) Continually asking myself "What do I want to achieve?" and then comparing that to what I'm actually doing. Good way to break unhelpful behaviors or bring attention to them. Then fix by changing strategy or using 3D mind etc.
What am I actively doing to AVOID finishing the project?
1) Allowing myself to get distracted by something mindless (TV, Internet) when I hit a minor "bump" on the road to achieving the goal. Mindless == avoiding feeling the bad feelings instead of dealing with them.
2) Setting unrealistic expectations. i.e.: On challenging goals it can be tempting to think "this is going to be SOOOOO easy" and then any little bump on the road to achievement can make us feel bad and throw us off track for a while (sometimes permanently).
So it's a good idea to evaluate things that may get in the way and have a strategy or two in place to deal with them.
That will do for the moment.
Re: OK So far but fading FAST
Posted On Nov 27, 2007 at 7:50 AM
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OK, I am in catch-up mode here ... I see that there are other threads that have appeared since my last look and some of my answers may echo the thoughts of others. But here goes anyway ...
Tom said:
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“here we are on day 6 and already people are fading away.”
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“The initial enthusiasm for the project is gone and the responses to this are getting less and less.”
Both probably true. The flip (but true ! answer is "the important ones are here, that's all that matters !". In addition, as others have said, you “yanks” had a big holiday in the middle of that period. I know a lot of folks travel long distances at that time and that can be disruptive. Likewise, those elsewhere in the world probably lose touch because there aren't regular posts.
Suggestion: Tom, although we are “indoors” on the web site, it might be worth the occasional post to the list to say “Hey guys, there's another task on the web site”. Just a thought ...
Harun is right about it not being real-time, plus we are spread over the globe: for example, Phill is in NZ (right ?) and has a 12 hour time difference with us in the UK. Depending on how soon I can get to the PC and how much time I can spend here, it could be at least 24 hours before I catch one of his posts. It's maybe not quite so bad for the US posts, but this “time dilation” can be a factor too.
And Tom, don't take this the wrong way but rvicuna is right in saying “what project” ? I mean, as you say, “it's day 6” of 14 and you are still playing things so close to your chest that I'm not quite sure where I'm going with you ! I mean, the list-making stuff has been really useful and you know that I trust you and all, but ... where are we going ?
OK, lemme answer your specific questions ...
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“What resources do you have that can be applied to FNISHING this project?”:
* My motivation - to achieve what should be a clearly defined outcome that is going to be something beneficial that I truly want for myself.
* A time frame.
* Commitment - this might be represented by sharing my objective with others (e.g. family).
* Organisation – making time to do what needs to be done !
* Tracking - where I am, whether I am on or off-course.
* Reacting – i.e. correcting course if needs be.
* Ability to defer gratification.
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“What are you actively doing to AVOID finishing the project?”
Well, the reverse or absence of the things listed above. In addition:
* For me, I often avoid doing things because they are relatively simple and/or won't take long – so I go “I can do this at any time” and leave it. This can mean that I have a whole load of “easy little things” that “don't take long”, but there are so many of them that to do them ALL does take up a whole lot of time, all at once, a large slice of time that you may not be able to allocate within the deadline. And of course, some prove not to be easy and I may misjudge some and find that they will take much longer than I originally thought.
* I guess that both of the above are procrastination strategies. There are others: “I can't do it now because ... xyz (fill in the blank) e.g the “this is so important that I must get it done now !” strategy.
* It's close ally, the “this is so much fun/fascinating that I will just spend 5 more minutes on it ... honestly !” strategy.
* I probably genuinely have too many “projects” on the go at once. Again, maybe this is just a procrastination thing.
* Discouragement when things don't go as planned or as easily as planned.
* Negative self-talk.
There may be more, but the big one I am getting there is our old friend procrastination.
Hope that answers the questions.
Roger
Re: OK So far but fading FAST
Posted On Nov 27, 2007 at 8:36 AM
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OK, I'll blame my excuse on having worked 10 hrs yesterday and sunday when I saw that Tom wanted us to categorize our assets I mentally slowed down cause I figured I would need some quiet time to give these an honest look to see what my assets are. I'll list those on the other thread Tom started.
As for resources to finish this project: desire to improve myself.
tired of not getting the results I want on some projects.
I was doing this at home and forgot to post. Here is my answer for organizing my assets.
Problem Solving Assets
I am creative, I have determination to find the answer, I am stubborn and will not quite until I have my answer, I am curious, I am smart and intelligent, I am willing to learn from my mistakes, I am willing to make mistakes (depending on what are of life) I get playful, curious and creative, sometimes even mischievous, I also become energized and feel a rush when I notice others having trouble with a problem and I know I can do it and my certainty grows and grows, When I am having fun I have access to all my faculties, I can do math, I can write, and use a calculator, I am willing to learn something new if I need to in order to solve the problem, I am willing to let go of thoughts, ideas, or beliefs that might stop me from solving what I need to solve, I am able to ask for help and have people in my life who are specialists or experts in areas that I am not.
Physical Assets
I am tall, I have great hair, I have great skin, I great strength, I have healthy strong back and knees, I have great sensory acuity, I can physically use my body to create great characters for my acting, I know how to use my face, voice, body to make people laugh their heads off, I have a great sounding voice, I can sing, I can dance, I have all my body parts, I can walk, and run, I can jump, I have a strong heart. I can see, I have teeth (hey I know people with only a couple of teeth) I have my brain and I USE IT!!!!! Haha. I have a warm friendly smile that allows others to feel good, I have great eyes that women love,
Material Assets
I have an apartment to live in to keep me warm and alive, I have a home computer so I can have access to information, I have a cell phone so I can have access to other people, I have a television where I can watch new programs learning about new topics, study other film directors and how they created their films, study other Actors and use them as inspiration to move forward in my acting career, I have tons of books on subjects that I want to learn to improve my life, I have Essential Skills DVD’s and 3D Mind DVD’s, I have weights and exercise equipment so I can work out, I have a great bed that I can sleep in so I wake up refreshed and ready to start my day, I have a couple nice suits I can wear when I need to, I have great shoes, I have great hair, I have a cash flow 101 game that teaches how to buy assets and create wealth, I have pictures of my family and people I care about, I have computer games that I can play so I can relax and release tension when I need to, I have magazines and books with great stories that I can read when I am in the mood to entertain myself,
Educational Assets
I went through high school, I have completed a New Media Course, I have completed many Acting courses, I have went through seminars to buy investment real estate, I have went through seminars that have increased my wealth, I have the Essential skills and 3D Mind DVD’s, I have books that teach me about wealth, and I own Cash flow 101 that teaches how to buy assets and create wealth, I have typing games to improve my typing, games to teach me about strategy, I have books that teach me to improve my reading speed and comprehension, I have tapes that teach me voice accents for acting, I have books about working out, nutrition, and living a healthy life, mentally, emotionally, and physically, I have access to the internet which is loaded with information, I have books that teach me about building businesses, I have access to Gold Membership area,
Other Assets
(Social) I have a huge network of people I know from back home, people who support me in what I am doing with my life, I have access to people who have succeeded in Real Estate, Business, Acting, I have access to people who are great connectors and have big networks themselves, I have access to people who know how to have a good time, I have access to people who fight for our rights, I have access to people who know my traditional ceremonies, I have access to people like Tom and Kim, I have access to millionaires like Robert Kiyosaki, I have friends who are interested in Wealth and freedom like I am, I have access to mentors who can propel me up the learning curve, I have access to a past boss who knows tons about business, I have access to people I know with one phone call will offer up support, and possible take action to help me when I am in need,
Shane
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answer is "the important ones are here, that's all that matters !". In addition, as others have said, you “yanks” had a big holiday in the middle of that period. I know a lot of folks travel long distances at that time and that can be disruptive. Likewise, those elsewhere in the world probably lose touch because there aren't regular posts.
