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What may be done at any time ….

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Ther image is in black and an off white, similar to an image that could be found in an old paperback book. There is a round clock face with roman numerals around the outside, it does not have any hands. Instead in the centre of the image is a snowy forest scene in silhouette. A figure can be seen in the mid distance. Around the outside of the clock face is a stary night sky with planets and snow mountains. Beneath this image is the text: "What may be done at any time will be done at no time." (Scottish proverb)

Today’s quote of the day is actually a proverb:

“What may be done at any time will be done at no time” (Scottish proverb)

People often utilize the start of a new year as an opportunity to contemplate their accomplishments and aspirations. It is common to have a list of tasks, encompassing both personal and professional spheres, that we continuously postpone with the belief that they can be tackled at any time. However, the question arises: how frequently do we actually leave these tasks unfinished?

Regarding the proverb Tasks postponed are tasks abandoned, coaches may interpret it in various ways. It can serve as a gentle yet pragmatic reminder to seize opportunities promptly and avoid procrastination. By prioritizing tasks and addressing them promptly, we can maximize our productivity each day.

Then there is also a nudge to actually check what we have on our mental to do list is just something that is purely there to beat ourselves up about not doing – there’s no actual consequencies if its not done, its not something you actually want to do etc.

I invite you to ponder on the following questions:

What tasks have you put off for a “later” that never seems to come?

Are these actually tasks that need doing, or just something that clutters up your head/ can be used to beat yourself up with when not done?

Are there things there that don’t need doing but you want to do?

(I’m not saying scrap you’re entire to do list, I’m just suggesting that some times its worth checking what is actually on there and if its still relivent)

What steps can you take today towards accomplishing what you’ve been postponing?

How will completing these tasks impact what you’re wanting to work on this year?

What else springs to your mind? Feel free to drop a comment below and share

About Jen Waller

Jen Waller

Jen Waller is on a mission to support, nurture and encourage coaching skills and talents from non-coach to coach and beyond.

As an experienced coach and trainer Jen is happy to utilise all skills at her disposal to assist clients from getting out of their own way and making a difference in the world with their coaching. Find out more about the support Jen offers here.

The warm up is complete… It is time for the main event!

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Performance coach Marie Yates shares her expertise in this week’s guest post.

The warm up is complete… It is time for the main event!

by Marie Yates

When something isn’t going quite as you planned what do you do? Do you give up, feeling despondent and as if the whole world is against you? Or do you try and figure out how to adapt to the new situation, amend your plans and keep on going?

As you’re now over a month in to your plans for 2012, what have you done to take action? Has everything gone according to plan? If the answer is a resounding ‘yes’ then I hope you are finding time to celebrate. If the answer is a demoralised ‘no’ then have you taken some time to establish what has been happening?

It is easy to become inundated with tasks. Quite often we are exhausted at the end of every day as it has been jam packed but we can’t quite remember what we’ve done. It is during these days that our goals seem so far removed from our reality.

Thankfully there are still eleven fabulous months waiting to be filled with taking positive action!

Block out some time in your diary to allow yourself the space to consider these questions.

  • What will I have achieved by the 31st December 2012?
  • What needs to change in order for me to prioritise these goals?
  • Who will I need support from in order to achieve these goals?
  • What do I need to do right now to take a step closer to these goals?

Once you know what your next steps are, do not waste a second! Taking that action will be a catalyst towards making 2012 your year. It is never too late to make a resolution to change.

As you consider what it is you need to do. Check that you are also creating balance in your life. Being focused on achieving your goals is vital; however it needs to be one part of your daily agenda.

Also write down the other important things that are going on in your life. Your family, friends, fitness… The list is endless. These need to be factored in to enable you to create balance and stay motivated. Making a sustainable change can only happen when you are working in congruence with your values. A goal to set up a business by April, working 24/7 and therefore missing out on spending valuable time with the people that matter most will leave you exhausted and possibly a little resentful. Consider this idea if you have been struggling to stay motivated, have you been neglecting other important areas of your life?

Now is the time to take stock, re-engage and make a sustainable change. Consider January as your warm up… The main event starts now!

About the author

Marie Yates is a performance coach based in the Midlands and can be found at www.indigo-turtle-coaching.co.uk