I haven't had a lot of time to write a new post, but I am constantly thinking about what I want to write about next - and I have a comprehensive list so far!
So many things are going on at the moment that requires my attention and therefore I have not had a chance to write on my thoughts, but I will soon.
I can see that people are checking back regularly and I want to say thank you for doing so. It means the world to me.
Chat soon.
Francois
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Monday, June 06, 2011
Opportunities
This is a short post just to share my thoughts on something I realised again today.
I had 2 meetings today.
In the one meeting we were discussing the sales of a new product and it hit me when someone commented that people still ask for the "old" product so they can compare with other companies. If you choose to just do this, you will not make use of the opportunity to sell (in this instance) your new product that no one else has. Just to be clear, the new product is by far better than what is currently available, but because people do not understand the benefit of the new product, they stick to what they are comfortable with. So my question is if you see the opportunity?
In the second meeting I realised that one actively has to be on the lookout for opportunity. Things change so rapidly and frequently these days that we become use to it and we start to miss the opportunities that change presents.
The meeting I had was about strategies that were introduced at the beginning of the year and I only realised today what an opportunity it presents, because I was actively looking for an opportunity.
The thoughts I want to share are:
Francois
I had 2 meetings today.
In the one meeting we were discussing the sales of a new product and it hit me when someone commented that people still ask for the "old" product so they can compare with other companies. If you choose to just do this, you will not make use of the opportunity to sell (in this instance) your new product that no one else has. Just to be clear, the new product is by far better than what is currently available, but because people do not understand the benefit of the new product, they stick to what they are comfortable with. So my question is if you see the opportunity?
- You have something no one else does? Hello!
- You need to demonstrate the benefit so it becomes tangible
In the second meeting I realised that one actively has to be on the lookout for opportunity. Things change so rapidly and frequently these days that we become use to it and we start to miss the opportunities that change presents.
The meeting I had was about strategies that were introduced at the beginning of the year and I only realised today what an opportunity it presents, because I was actively looking for an opportunity.
The thoughts I want to share are:
- Actively look for opportunity (think of when you want to buy a specific car, suddenly you notice them everywhere!)
- Choose to see the half full glass
- Always be aware of what is happening
Francois
Thursday, June 02, 2011
What if... I said No...
Finally I found some time to write another post.
The last couple of weeks were the most hectic that I have experienced in a long time and will continue to be until next week Friday. I don't know about other people, but I tend to think a lot about things when I am under pressure (luckily it is not "bad" pressure). When I experience high levels of pressures due to commitments and deadlines, I tend to analyse what led to me being over committed (I say over committed because if you were not over committed then you would not be under pressure, right?).
One of the things that often happens, is you get invited to many meetings, presentations, training and functions and it is so easy to accept all of them. Some reasons why we (or I) tend to accept so easily:
One of the biggest things we can do to manage our time and energy better, is to learn to say "NO".
It is actually a small thing that will make a big difference in your life. Learn to say "YES" only to the necessary engagements. Evaluate if the invitation will add value to your life and business or not? Sort the invitations into groups:
Then look at the "Would like to attend" and see if your time / calendar / schedule will allow you to attend. The idea is that it would be nice to attend, but if you don't it would not be a problem.
"Not attending" speaks for itself. These invites you decline outright without thinking about it any further.
I hope that this will help you and that it will assist you in opening some time in your diary!
Thank you for reading my blog, I really appreciate it! Don't forget to choose a "reaction" below or to comment and share your views and tips.
Francois
The last couple of weeks were the most hectic that I have experienced in a long time and will continue to be until next week Friday. I don't know about other people, but I tend to think a lot about things when I am under pressure (luckily it is not "bad" pressure). When I experience high levels of pressures due to commitments and deadlines, I tend to analyse what led to me being over committed (I say over committed because if you were not over committed then you would not be under pressure, right?).
One of the things that often happens, is you get invited to many meetings, presentations, training and functions and it is so easy to accept all of them. Some reasons why we (or I) tend to accept so easily:
- You want to stay on top of what is happening
- You want to make a meaningful contribution
- You want to support your colleagues
- You want to work on your networks
- You want to ensure you continue to develop your knowledge and skills
- Sometimes you just want a little break from everything else
One of the biggest things we can do to manage our time and energy better, is to learn to say "NO".
It is actually a small thing that will make a big difference in your life. Learn to say "YES" only to the necessary engagements. Evaluate if the invitation will add value to your life and business or not? Sort the invitations into groups:
- Must attend / Compulsory
- Would like to attend
- Not attending
Then look at the "Would like to attend" and see if your time / calendar / schedule will allow you to attend. The idea is that it would be nice to attend, but if you don't it would not be a problem.
"Not attending" speaks for itself. These invites you decline outright without thinking about it any further.
I hope that this will help you and that it will assist you in opening some time in your diary!
Thank you for reading my blog, I really appreciate it! Don't forget to choose a "reaction" below or to comment and share your views and tips.
Francois
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