QOTD: Quote Of The Day

"No matter how hard the past is, you can always begin again." – Jack Kornfield Life doesn’t always go as planned. ?? You’ll make mistakes. ?? You’ll face setbacks. ?? You’ll experience loss. But here’s what matters → You always have the power to start fresh. New day. New mindset. New opportunities. Keep going. What’s one lesson from your past that helped you grow? Share below ?? ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

Hard work isn’t enough. You need this too." Everyone says: Never give up on your dreams. But the truth? Hard work alone won’t get you there. Here’s what actually makes a difference: ? Clarity → Are you chasing the right dream? ? Strategy → Are you taking the right steps? ? Resilience → Are you learning from failures? ? Adaptability → Are you willing to change course when needed? Dreams don’t come true just because you refuse to quit. They come true when you combine persistence with the right actions. What’s one lesson you've learned on your journey? Drop it below ?? Image from Google? ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

Uncomfortable Truth for Employers: Credit to: Chris Donnelly Original post below ?? ?? ?? "Uncomfortable Truth for Employers: People don’t just quit jobs, they quit toxic workplaces. Here are 6 ways to stop your top talent from leaving: ?? Don’t promote or tolerate bad behaviour. ?? Pay people fairly and on time ALWAYS. ?? Regularly give and ask for feedback. ?? Talk about growth opportunities. ?? Prioritise work-life balance. ?? Communicate effectively. ?? Make culture a priority. ?? Show empathy. Don’t let your best people walk away. Take control of your work environment. And lead with emotional intelligence. Your team will pay you back tenfold." ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

"Hard work is a key that opens doors to possibilities and opportunities. It's a testament to dedication, perseverance, and resilience, often leading to outcomes we can't yet envision. Trusting in the process and the work you've put in is fundamental. But how can we cultivate this trust, especially when the fruits of our labor aren't immediately visible? Here are five practical strategies: 1) Patience: Understand that good things take time. Avoid seeking instant gratification and remember that substantial, meaningful achievements are usually the result of persistent effort over time. 2) Consistency: Keep committed and working hard, even when results aren't immediately apparent. The cumulative effect of consistent hard work can lead to impressive results. 3) Self-Belief: Maintain faith in your abilities and your work ethic. Believe that your hard work will pay off, even if you can't see how just yet. 4) Celebrate Small Wins: Take time to acknowledge and appreciate small milestones on your journey. This boosts morale and keeps motivation high. 5) Learn from Mistakes: Instead of viewing mistakes as setbacks, see them as learning opportunities. They are signposts guiding you on the path to success, not indications of failure. Trust in your ability to learn, adapt, and improve." Credit to: Motivational Lines ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

Not taking things personally is a superpower! Here is why and how to get there... ? ? Credit to: Simon Koerner Original post below ?? ?? ?? "Not taking things personally is a superpower! Here is why and how to get there... Not taking things personally: ?? promotes self-esteem, ?? encourages a growth mindset, ?? boosts resilience, ?? improves focus and productivity, ?? improves relationships and ?? enhances sleep quality Choose the mindset that helps you not taking things personally. Try this: ?? The reaction of others says more about them than it does about me. ?? I can’t control how others feel or act, but i can control how I respond. ?? Everyone has their own struggles and perspectives. ?? I choose to focus on my strengths and not on others’ opinions. ?? Constructive feedback means personal growth, not a personal attack. ?? I am confident in my worth, regardless of others’ opinions. ?? I will not let someone else’s bad day ruin my good mood. ?? I am responsible for my happiness, not for others’ perceptions of me. Remember: not taking things personally is a choice. A choice to control our responses to an upcoming feeling about something bothering us personally. PS: what is your most impactful action to not take things personally? ------------------------ Quote by Abraham Hicks" ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

Smart people are not your competition. (they actually unlock your hidden potential) Credit to: Ford Coleman Original post below ?? ?? ?? "Smart people are not your competition. (they actually unlock your hidden potential) Surrounding yourself with brilliant minds is your best growth opportunity. Success comes from learning from those who know more, not just being the smartest. Here are 7 ways smart people boost your growth: 1?? Accelerated Learning ? Every conversation expands your knowledge. ? Turning years of experience into months of mentorship. 2?? Expanded Perspective ? Their diverse viewpoints challenge your thinking. ? You discover blind spots you never knew existed. 3?? Elevated Standards ? Their excellence drives you to perform better. ? You begin matching their quality with less effort. 4?? Innovation Catalyst ? Their unique approaches inspire creative solutions. ? Complex challenges transform into opportunities. 5?? Confidence Builder ? Their guidance helps you pursue ambitious goals. ? You learn to embrace challenges, not avoid them. 6?? Network Amplifier ? Your professional circle grows through networks. ? Their connections become gateways to opportunities. 7?? Humility Teacher ? You find strength in recognizing your knowledge gaps. ? Their expertise keeps you grounded and eager to learn. Smart leaders seek out brilliant minds instead of fearing them. Because true growth happens when you stop competing and start connecting. What’s the best lesson you've got from someone smarter? Let me know in the comments below ?" ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

Replacing talent costs 3x more than keeping it. Credit to: John Castro Original post below ?? ?? ?? "Replacing talent costs 3x more than keeping it. I learned this the hard way. I lost talented team members. I didn’t pay enough attention to their growth and value. When we started growing so fast, I sometimes forgot why. My friend Emanuel Theander's quote here reminded me how important this message is. I forgot about our team! And the result? It cost me more than I ever imagined. - Time spent replacing them. - The dip in team morale. - The ripple effects on the business. The truth is. Great employees don’t leave bad companies. They leave lousy leadership. Here’s what I’ve learned about keeping great people: 1. Invest in their growth. ? Great talent wants to evolve, not sit still. 2. Reward them fairly. ?When employees feel undervalued, they look around. 3. Listen to them. ? Don't assume what your team needs and wants. Ask! 4. Empower their potential. ? An empowered employee is worth its weight in gold. 5. Lead with intention. ? If you don’t prioritise the team, they won't prioritise you. Your best employees aren’t expenses. They’re the foundation of your business." ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

Stop giving top performers extra work Credit to: Ashley Couto Original post below ?? ?? ?? "Stop giving top performers extra work Protect their energy, don't burn them out "Performance punishment" is a real thing. Managers know they'll pick up the slack. And they can count on them to get it done. So they give them their work & other people's. It's like being the smart one in a group project. Rather than being rewarded with: - Promotions - Raises - Leaving the office while the sun's out They're punished with: - More work - Impossible expectations - Late nights & weekends What happens when you do that? Top performers end up either: - Burning out - Resigning Neither of which is a win for leadership. Here's some steps to address the problem: - Put low performers on (real) PIPs - Change up your leadership style - Gamify improved performance - Mentor the rest of the team - Hire more A-players And ask your top performers where they need help! I promise you... they have a color-coded list ready. Have you ever experienced this?" ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

One skill that requires zero talent: Credit to: Alec Rickard Original post below ?? ?? ?? "One skill that requires zero talent: Be teachable. The fastest lear 8 ways to embrace this mindset: 1/ Be curious. 2/ Ask questions. 3/ Model behaviors. 4/ Be open to new ideas. 5/ Imitate successful people. 6/ Listen first and speak second. 7/ Listen and implement feedback. 8/ Take notes and document learnings. 9/ Partner with others who want to grow. ? Repost this if it resonated with you." ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

Stop chasing success, Start attracting it. Credit to: Nader Alnajjar Original post below ?? ?? ?? "Stop chasing success, Start attracting it. (In your career + life) It’s easy to look at other people and think they’ve got it all figured out. → The creator with viral posts every week. → The colleague who seems to always get promoted. → The entrepreneur closing deal after deal. We get so caught up in what they’re doing, we forget to focus on ourselves. Instead of watering our own garden, we’re too busy staring at theirs. Truth is, The grass is only greener where you put in the work. In life and in your career, your personal brand is your garden. It’s not about chasing numbers or copying someone else’s strategy. It’s about showing up, consistently giving value, and building trust. Focus on what you give, not just what you get. 1?? Create Meaningful Content ? Share ideas that educate, inspire, or entertain. ? Value driven content is what builds trust. 2?? Be Consistent ? If you can't post daily, 3-5 posts a week is a good start. ? Consistency keeps you in people’s minds and builds credibility. 3?? Engage With Others ? Don’t just consume, comment on other people’s content. ? You build genuine connections by showing up for others. 4?? Help Without Expecting Anything in Return ? The more value you give, the more it comes back to you. ? Generosity creates opportunities you can’t plan for. Remember: You don’t need to have it all figured out right now. You just need to stop chasing someone else’s success and start building your own. Your personal brand is the key to opening doors and creating opportunities. Water your garden. Watch it grow." ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day