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

Lead with kindness. It's a win-win. Credit to: Will McTighe Original post below ?? ?? ?? "Lead with kindness. It's a win-win. You can be the smartest in the room, But if you’re unkind, people won’t want to work with you. If you lead with kindness, your team will: ? Get more done. ? Follow your positive example. ? Second guess themselves less. Here are 8 ways to lead with kindness: ? Stay calm in tough situations. ? Stay humble, no matter your title. ? Offer help when someone is struggling. ? Be radically honest ?????? compassionate. ? Give a specific compliment to a colleague. ? Respect others’ time, workload and boundaries. ? Show appreciation publicly - even for small things. ? Notice and nurture potential, not just performance. ? Proactively discuss career growth opportunities for your team. Remember: People will forget what you say, But they will never forget how you made them feel. P.S. What is your top tip for leading with kindness?" ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

Actually really good networking advice. Credit to: Reno Perry Original post below ?? ?? ?? "Actually really good networking advice. Don’t wait until you need something to reach out. My friend Colby Kultgen said it best in this image. 7 ways to transform contacts into valuable connections: (these helped me get my last two jobs) ? Send Quick Notes: Send brief, friendly check-in emails mentioning recent achievements or something relevant you saw on their LinkedIn. This takes less than three minutes. ? Utilize Social: Engage your contacts in places like LinkedIn or Twitter by commenting on their posts or sending them relevant posts from others. This helps show genuine interest. ? Schedule Catch-Ups: Occasionally suggest coffee or a casual meeting (virtual or in-person) without needing something specific to deepen your relationship over time. ? Share Relevant Content: Send articles or resources that might interest your contacts to show you’re thinking about them (e.g. “Saw this new AI tool you might like…”). ? Celebrate Milestones: Acknowledge significant events in their lives, like promotions, publications, or personal milestones with a simple congratulatory message. ? Create a Follow-Up System: Use a spreadsheet or CRM tool to track contacts, help you stay organized and maintain consistent communication. ? Be Authentic and Sincere: Approach networking with genuine curiosity and a desire to help others and your connections are more likely to be mutually beneficial. Not going to lie, this can feel overwhelming. So I set an attainable goal of doing this with at least 3 people each week. Give it a try and I promise you’ll see more opportunities come your way. Networking isn't just for when you need something. It's about building genuine connections." ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day

3 harsh truths I've been thinking about a lot lately... Credit to: Codie A. Sanchez Original post below ?? ?? ?? "3 harsh truths I've been thinking about a lot lately... 1. Most successful people I've met aren't that smart. They move fast, they take risk, they work a lot. That's it. 2. 3. The world is run by C students & failed employees. You can't underestimate yourself. 4. 5. Managing what you choose to sell, do and focus on is more important than how hard you work or how smart you are. Example: You can, for the next 40 years: ? Climb up the corporate ladder ? Grind for a mission you don't believe in ? Spend 50hrs/wk+ away from your family All for a 401k and a white picket fence at the end to show for it. OR You can learn how to buy a business and: ? Own a cashflowing biz in your community ? Touch your work with your own two hands ? Disconnect your money from your time ? Spend more time on the things that matter ? Become one of the few... an Owner. Ownership is not for everyone. But it could be for you. I don’t blame you if you're nervous to take the first step on your own. If that’s you, I’m hosting an event that's just what you need to start acting on business-buying…" ____________ One quote is all it takes to change your day! Follow QOTD: Quote Of The Day