In my line of work, I come across two types of people.
- Type 1 wants to make money, achieve something, do whatever it takes.
- Type 2 wants what everyone calls work-life balance because they have achieved ‘enough’ and realise without balance, there is imbalance and that’s not good.
The quote below is a foundational, guiding principle that I refer to over and over again in my programs. It’s not just applicable to those who want to create their best year ever, it’s equally (more) important for business people who want to grow their business.
The thing is WHAT VALUE do you place on WHAT?
With 4 dimensions of mastery (business, internet, professional and personal), how can you reconcile all these values?
Simple.
You need to establish ONE hourly value that is representative of who you are, what you do 24/7.
Easier said than done, I know, but it’s that simple.
If you value yourself and your time at $10/hour versus $100/hour versus $250/hour, your life will be completely different.
Take a minute to read the metaphoric parable of The Mayonnaise Jar and Two Beers.
What are the golf balls in your life worth to you?
Have a think about it… It can be a priceless revelation to realise you’re sweating the small stuff and missing out on the important things.
In you career it means:
- You’re being tactical instead of strategic. Doing what your boss wants you to do instead of what’s in your best interest.
- You’re thinking more about your company’s bottom line (when you are not the owner) than your career development.
- You’re sacrificing you’re sacrificing your work-life balance for very little net gain.
Explore this further by journaling. Take a blank sheet and make a list of your Top 10 most important things in life – how often do you enjoy/experience them?
Hmmm…. Something to think about.
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