John S. Gordon - Business and Personal Coach

"You have the greatness and the power.  I just help you turn on the switch."

MARVELOUS MONDAYS

 

March 2, 2015 - Issue 318

 

Motivation - The Fire From Within
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Welcome to Issue 318.  The mission of "Marvelous Mondays" is to offer an inspirational thought, a practical exercise, some humor, or a simple tip to jump-start your week and to enhance your life, business, outlook or relationships. 

 

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MOTIVATION

Motivation is the fire from within. Motivation is the driving force behind our actions. It is the feeling of wanting to do something and a force that keeps us going even when that initial desire is gone. Motivation is a factor that drives and energizes you to be consistently committed to a task, a project, a career, or to attaining a goal. 

MOTIVATORS

Some motivating factors are:

Money  

Recognition

Prestige 

Respect  

Ego (self worth) 

Family tradition (parental influence).

Knowledge  

Challenge

Fear

Reward 

Service to others 

others?

EXERCISE

First think what are your motivators? List your top 5 motivators in order of priority.


What motivates you on a daily basis?

Consider what gets in your way of getting you motivated.

What would it take to improve your motivation?

 

Let's talk about techniques to improve your motivation. Call me 816-213-0125. 

   

 

"People often say that motivation doesn't last. Well, neither does bathing. That's why we recommend it daily."
~ Zig Zigler


JOHN'S BIO
John has owned several businesses and is an attorney who has practiced in the business and estate  areas.  In addition, he coaches business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, speech makers and presenters.  He also coaches persons who are determined to accelerate their careers and leadership skills or who are considering a career move or retirement.  John uses coaching as a tool in his leadership and business results based consulting.  He is also a life coach.

                   **John is currently accepting a few new coaching clients.**