Getting better at choices

I have been thinking a lot about choices. They are a decision tree in our life. Each one takes us towards a destination. A place we desire or despise.

You don't become a great leader from one choice. You don't become fit and fast from one choice. These things are the culmination of many choices on a journey.

James Clear (habit guru) ask us if the results we are expecting are in line with the choices and habits we are following each day? Obvious I know but so easily forgotten in our hectic lives and schedules.

Some small choices made on the fly might seem insignificant at the time. But can take you away from where you ought to be. We can sometimes make choices in isolation of priorities when we are distracted.

It does not take very much to get off course. It is a bit like being on a bushwalk. Take a "short cut" or one wrong turn and you can find yourself in strife.

I have been choosing too much cheese and chardonnay of late. Focusing too much on the now and instant gratification. We all know where that path leads. But the good thing about my recent calorific choices is that I can get back on track after a firm self-talk and the right activity.

Choices also influence our success in business. Sometimes in the moment a manager might cancel the team meeting or a catch up. We put off the important for the urgent. Or focus on what we can see in front of us instead of the long game. We fail to have THE conversation or let the wrong thing go.

Before you know it your compass is off and it's time to reset and rethink.

Stepping back to consider how your choices and actions influence your team or future success is a really beneficial habit.

Are the results you are expecting in line with the choices and habits you make each day?

If you want help to RETHINK some of your ways, then come to my manager masterclass on zoom on 22 or 28 Feb. There will not be any chardonnay, but there will be lots of tools, insights and support to help you make the right choices and stay on track.

People Leaders, Functional/Team Managers book a RETHINK here on 28 Feb.

People and Culture Teams book a RESET here on 22 Feb

I have been lost in Delhi, a city of 30 million. Yesterday I got lost in Bondi Westfield...One of my greatest fears is getting lost in the bush and ending up on the news.

I love hearing from you. Tell me about a time you were lost and got back on track. We have all been there!

Paul Matthews helps leaders and teams lift their impact and trust by having more powerful conversations. Paul is a speaker, mentor and coach with over 25 years of experience. His workshops helps lif capability and success. His coaching helps leaders get clear, get going and reach their goals.

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