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Discipline Determines your Progress
I have been listening to Jim Rohn this week as I drive between appointments. His program called “The Power of Ambition” includes a CD on self-discipline. I’ve listened to it twice in just as many days. What wisdom. (If you aren’t familiar with Jim Rohn, please take a few minutes to learn more about him. Although his time on earth recently ended, he leaves us with a rich legacy of business philosophy that can change your life.)
“Disciplined” is not the first word I use to describe myself. But it is becoming clearer and clearer to me that the habits I create from being disciplined determine my progress in reaching my goals.
If I consistently make the decision to eat healthier food and exercise more regularly—and then act on that decision—I will be healthier and more fit.
If I consistently make the decision to think before I speak—and then act on that decision—my words will be more gracious.
If I consistently make the decision to set daily goals—and then act on that decision—I will get closer to achieving those goals.
Mr. Rohn describes consistent self discipline as “applying what you know.” “Procrastination says, ‘Get it done.’ Discipline says, ‘Do it now.’”
Apply these thoughts to your goals or your job search.
What disciplines have you incorporated into your daily routine? Are you just moving through busy activities, spending too much time in front of the online job postings or worrying about your unemployment? Or are you creating your job search plan and then executing your plan by applying what you know you should do?
What’s one thing you can do today that will move you closer to your goal? Do it now.
