Motivation
How to deal with closed minded people
How do you respond to someone who has already formed an opinion before hearing you out? How do make someone listen when they seem to have their index fingers in both ears, humming to tune of “The sun will come out/ Tommorrow” (Annie)?
Firstly, let’s understand why people shut off and choose to be closed minded, with a question at the end of each reason.
Read MorePressure can be good during a recession
If we all buy into the notion of doom and gloom, then consider what starts to happen. We live in fear, worry and concern; we communicate to others the same negative information and criticism; those around us start to shrink; people start to save the little money they have/ no one buys; we seek pity; we may resort to quick and numbing ‘fixes’ (drugs, alcohol, gambling etc); we become unnecessarily dependent; our health and mental well being suffers and the spiral continues. STOP!
The key is to assess and choose wisely. It does not hurt to know the facts (or agenda/ propaganda) of the news; what is more important is to habituate the mindset of hope, solution and courage.
Read More20 Inspiring Quotes on National Women’s Day (SA)
Here are some inspiring thoughts as South Africa celebrates National Women’s Day.
1. Wathint’Abafazi Wathint’imbokodo! (Now you have touched the women, you have struck a rock.) In the 54 years since, the phrase (or its latest incarnation: “You strike a woman, you strike a rock”) has come to represent women’s courage and strength in South Africa.1
Read MoreLeadership thoughts on Mandela Day
As I read about the life of Nelson Mandela, there wells in my soul a strong sense of warmth, courage and admiration.
Today, I thought about what I could do on Mandela Day – a wonderful concept, which has as its slogans, “Take Action; Inspire Change; Make Every Day a Mandela Day”, “Service to one’s fellow human” and “Make Every Day A Mandela Day”
Well, the first step I took was to register on the site: http://www.mandeladay.com/ which has great causes for one to get involved in to make a difference.
The key is to use one’s talents, interests and resources in a way that will resonate with you. Part of mine is learning and teaching on the subject of leadership. I believe that everything happens, and changes, because of leadership. And Nelson Mandela is just an inspiring example – certainly the most admired and loved contemporary leader.
These are some thoughts, which may inspire you to lead and take initiative.
Read MoreMake 2011 Great!
Let’s be honest. The last three years have been challenging for most entrepreneurs and businesses. Some were wise, prepared, strategised and outdid the market gloom and doom. Many businesses had to close doors. Most however simply rode the wave and hung on. What does 2011 have in store for you? Much depends on our paradigms,…
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