Five Tips for Starting Something New.
Monday, May 11, 2015
You've heard it a thousand times, but it doesn't make taking a leap of faith any easier. Enthusiasm has its place in every big life change, but you need more than a cheerleader behind your plans, you need a game plan. This is where coaching truly begins--a way to help you realize the dreams that seem impossible and reach the goals that you once called "far fetched." Now is the time, but we aren't just saying it. Here at Coachwell, we've got strategies to help you try something new, plan a career transition, even shift roles and responsibilities."Get out there and go for it!"
No empty talk here. Our passion is to apply several decades of coaching expertise using proven methods that have worked for leaders like you. Leaders with a plan always outperform those who don't. Ready to get started?
1). There's nothing gained in avoiding risks.
If you're a good leader, you already know how taking a calculated risk is healthy growth step for every business. With the pace of life and business moving at an increasing rate, it doesn't hurt to experiment with a new way of doing things. Start with the famous "What if" question and see if it sparks an idea. Standing still is ultimately the only thing that prevents growth.
"What if" you started providing an incentive for your team to take care of their physical health?
"What if" you took one of the ideas presented at the staff meeting and ran with it?
"What if" you used the element of surprise to your advantage to create an innovative new product?
2). There's no guesswork in success.
While dreaming is encouraged on your way to starting something new, there's not much mystery in how a dream becomes a reality: it's just plain hard work. Find supporters who believe in your vision and ask them to get behind you in any way they can. Chances are people will start coming out of the woodwork who express enthusiasm for the very same things you do. Don't miss these opportunities. Give them a chance to plug in and connect with what you're trying to accomplish. Without joint ownership in this brand-new venture, your ship will likely sink. So pull together. It's better this way!
3). Goals achieved = things measured.
Whatever the vision, you must have a way to measure it. Without measuring what you've set out to accomplish, your dream will remain a mirage, and you'll have no way of knowing whether you've accomplished it! Make it concrete and choose your tools for measurement. Now vocalize those goals to your team. They aren't targets if they're unknown. Shout them loud and proud, even if it seems a stretch. You may be surprised by the traction you'll gain with this practice!
4). Be flexible and pivot.
The best part about starting something new is that things are fluid and there's room for change. When you find a method is not working out quite like you'd hoped, there's always the chance to try something new. The fear of trying something and failing is more crippling than the lesson that a failed experience will provide you. Don't run from an opportunity to change directions and try another avenue. Who said making a change would be comfortable?
5). Communicate your wins.
It's important to remind yourself and others of any wins achieved, yes even small ones! Celebration is the life-bringing atmosphere we need to gain the courage to keep going. Recognize your team members for their hard work in helping you to achieve new goals and thank them publicly. This works wonders for a team as small as 5 right up to a team of 50. Show your gratitude and others will gladly join you.
To your excellence in starting something new,
Coach Greg
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