One of the fundamental rules in problem solving is that you rarely come up with a solution until you understand the cause. Whenever I’m working with people I try to get to the root before I change the fruit. There is a reason why and discovering it, is half the battle! After decades of working with achievers I’ve discovered 5 fundamental reasons why people don’t grow:
- They don’t “think” they need to grow: When you know it all, you disqualify yourself for further information. What area of expertise do you need more knowledge in?
- They don’t see their future clearly: Your future is something that you grow into. What is your end game?
- They fear the changes they will have to make: If you’re unwilling to change you cannot grow. What are you willing to give up?
- They refuse to get input from outside sources: You can learn alot by studying those around you. Who knows what you need to know?
- They are never shown the areas they need to grow in. You can’t change what you can’t see. Who can give you the feedback you need?
Asking yourself these 5 key questions keeps you in a “growth zone”. It focuses your mind to keep expanding and pushing the walls of your “comfort zone”. I’ve seen that comfort many times is the enemy to growth. Always remember: You cannot become what you need to be by remaining who you are!
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