by Kim Staudenraus on September 27, 2007
I mentioned yesterday that I had read an article in Entrepreneur Magazine about having a positive attitude. I want to continue on with that positive thought.
Positive thought does not come natural for most people especially in our negative world. Many times we have to work at having positive thoughts we must practice positive thinking daily.
The iron man is a marathon event that includes three competitions, a 2.4 mile swim, biking 112 miles, and a 26.2 mile run. The people that participate in this race practice and train daily, that is the only way that can build the strength and stamina to finish the race. Their persistence in doing so produces results and even miracles.
Positive thought is no different, it is a skill you have to develop. All your accomplishments so far you acquired through hard work and training.
Define where your mind needs discipline, and set up a regimen to train and practice positive thinking. Gain clarity and strength by observing what helps you maintain a positive mind-set, and do more of it. Whether it’s completing a sudoku puzzle, fixing a car, working out or even helping someone else with a problem, your self-confidence will improve, and the path to accomplishing your goals will be illuminated.
by Kim Staudenraus on September 26, 2007
Why do you think some people are more successful than others? I believe that personal success or failure goes hand in hand with mental attitude. I have yet to meet a successful individual who has a negative outlook on life.
A negative attitude will defeat you faster than anything else. Your mental attitude effects your facial expressions, how you walk, how you present yourself and the tone of your voice.
I recently read an article in Entrepreneur Magazine by Romanus Wolter where he says “A positive attitude enables you to believe your goals are achievable and to discover opportunities where others may not see them.”
Believe in yourself no matter what. There is negativity all around us. Build up your self-confidence with positive self talk that helps put you in a positive frame of mind. Be optimistic, that comes across to clients as self-confidence and encourages them to support your efforts. Self-doubt or hesitation is a deal breaker and will cause others to question your abilities. Always come across as strong and confident even if you don’t have all the answers. No one has all the answers but you can be confident in the fact that you know where to get the answers and that confidence will translate into success.
Be sure to read part 2 of PMA – Positive Mental Attitude
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