Tips for Entrepreneurs on how to stay motivated and work towards achieving business goals
Words by: Sanjana George Photographs from: Various Sources
Being an entrepreneur is probably one of the toughest challenges you may have picked for yourself. Day in and out, you may be faced with stressful situations at work which could adversely impact your physical and mental health too. Here is a well-known business truth- only if you are motivated every day, can you motivate your team to perform well in their respective roles. Here are our top 5 suggestions on how you can motivate yourself as you get ready for another challenging day at work:
Remember Your Goals
Memorise them, jot them down in an app or simply create an audio file which you can play back every time you feel you need to refocus. When you have a clear sense of direction, you’ll feel naturally motivated to keep marching ahead. And yes, your organisation goals should be shared with your team too.
Tap Into Feel-Good Factors
Everybody has that one instant mood perk-me-up which works wonders. It could be a favourite song, a much-cherished memory, an inspirational quote, a movie dialogue or just sipping on a frothy cappuccino. The best way to begin your day at the office is by being high on optimism. You’ll find that a good mood helps you focus better on areas that need your attention and you’ll also make wiser decisions.
Talk To Yourself
A time-tested way to begin the day on a happy note is by talking to your reflection in the mirror. In a fast paced world where we absorb information and process a hundred thoughts in the space of a few seconds, slowing down, looking at yourself in the mirror and just smiling can be a great motivational tool. Give yourself a pep talk and mean it.
Focus On Today
Have a mental picture of how you plan to spend your day today at work. Focus only on today. Leave out any mistakes you may have made yesterday and don’t be filled with anxiety about tomorrow. You have today to get one step closer to your goals.
Put Others First
Research shows that people can lead more meaningful lives just by putting others first. A genuine act of kindness will help you feel great about yourself and is a great motivation booster too. Promise yourself that each day you will reach out to just one person in your office or community. It could be by spending 5 minutes of your time talking to someone in need or using your network of contacts to help an employee– there are a million ways in which you can reach out and make a difference.