Since I really don't know if I can post a topic every single day on my blog, I thought I should take some baby steps. Today is the first day of IComLeavWe for November. The concept is to leave a total of 5 comments on someone else's blog, and respond to one comment someone has left on my blog for 7 days. Being the commitment phobic person that I am, this 7 day commitment might be a bit challenging!
So far I am off to a good start and I have even found some cool blogs to check out!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
#94 - Visit 5 New States
I travel quite a bit for work, so I might be taking the easy way out on this task! And since I fly quite a bit, does sitting in an airport really constitute visiting a new state? So, I decided that if I sleep overnight in the state, that means I visited it!
So that brings me to my first state...South Carolina! A couple of nights ago I received a surprise call from 'someone that I am getting to know better' and that he wanted to drive to see me. Since we were 5 hours apart by car, we (well I) landed on meeting someplace in the middle. And Greenville, South Carolina it was!
Since it was a short trip, I don't have much to say. Other than Michelin's headquarters is there. Hopefully I will have more to say about the next 4 states I visit.
So that brings me to my first state...South Carolina! A couple of nights ago I received a surprise call from 'someone that I am getting to know better' and that he wanted to drive to see me. Since we were 5 hours apart by car, we (well I) landed on meeting someplace in the middle. And Greenville, South Carolina it was!
Since it was a short trip, I don't have much to say. Other than Michelin's headquarters is there. Hopefully I will have more to say about the next 4 states I visit.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
# 56 - Compile Current 101 Things in 1001 Days list by January 1, 2020
I can hardly believe it...I finally compiled my 101 Things in 1001 Days list!
When I first found out about the Day Zero project, I thought 'It will be pretty easy to come up with 101 things that I want to complete'. Was I ever wrong!
The first 20 - 30 tasks were fairly easy to come up with. But as I really began to think about what I wanted to accomplish, the list became harder and harder to complete. Finally, after giving the tasks much thought, I believe I have a list that I am happy with and which is a true reflection of me.
I am interested to see if I complete the entire list. Will I change? How will my life be change 1001 days from now. Stay tuned...
When I first found out about the Day Zero project, I thought 'It will be pretty easy to come up with 101 things that I want to complete'. Was I ever wrong!
The first 20 - 30 tasks were fairly easy to come up with. But as I really began to think about what I wanted to accomplish, the list became harder and harder to complete. Finally, after giving the tasks much thought, I believe I have a list that I am happy with and which is a true reflection of me.
I am interested to see if I complete the entire list. Will I change? How will my life be change 1001 days from now. Stay tuned...
Monday, November 16, 2009
The Project
A unique challenge that inspires you to set and achieve your personal goals in life.
The Challenge:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on your part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple challenges such as New Year's resolutions or a 'Bucket List'. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips, study semesters, or outdoor activities.
Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.
2. Stay Focussed. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.
3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.
4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.
5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.
The Challenge:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on your part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple challenges such as New Year's resolutions or a 'Bucket List'. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips, study semesters, or outdoor activities.
Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.
2. Stay Focussed. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.
3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.
4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.
5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.
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