I’ve been a
student, as well as an aggressive participant in the business and the political
community, for approximately thirty years. This journey has been experienced by traveling
many diverse paths, in which I have encountered both challenging obstacles as
well as rewarding opportunities. Through
these experiences, I have observed and learned much; (I’m still in process).
One specific issue, that comes to mind, is that it is not essential
to “fail our way to success.” It is
imperative that we continually evaluate and adapt to the needs and/or demands,
due to the rapidly changing circumstances and conditions in the world around us.
In order to achieve success, there is
one specific thing that must remain constant; It is - that we continual practice
standard principles, rather than become dependant on systems, statistics or
programs.
Following are few questions that I have been pondering over
last few years.
1) Why
are there so many books, programs, counselors, consultants, etc., targeting
management/leadership, all conveying the same information, methods and
techniques, struggle with program implementation and/or attaining the required levels
of competence?
2) In
our current corporate workplace, why is there such a noticeable increase in
focus and insecurity?
3) Why
is there such a great challenge to spark implementation as well as sustainable
results?
4) Why
can’t/don’t we effectively utilize the resources that are not only readily
available to us, but also right around us?
The principles and laws, that governing effective and
successful thinking, all follow one path of reasoning; (S.O.A.P.) A path
that leads to confidence and courage.
Phil Wilder
