…And What Else?” - August 2021 Newsletter

“...And What Else?”

Newsletter and Thought Starter

August 2021

Success begins by asking the right questions. So why not a newsletter that asks a powerful question… “and what else?”

Hope these insights pierce through the clutter and create a moment to reflect on your purpose.

First Thoughts

Willpower is defined as control exerted to do something. Many studies have shown that willpower is the single most important keystone habit for individual success. Research has also shown that willpower isn’t just a skill but more like a muscle. It needs to be practiced, but can also get fatigued.

According to the book, The Power of Habit, it is possible to create a willpower habit — planned response to situations that call for a little extra willpower so as not to “exhaust the muscle.” Maybe the willpower needed to answer that angry customer letter or begin that workout regimen could benefit from a prescribed plan so willpower is not exerted, but a response habit is being created.

We can handle moments of adversity — those that require willpower — with just a little planning.

Thinking Out Loud Blog

Life as a Work in Progress

I can be patient and thoughtful and also harsh and abrupt. Most days I choose wisely; other days less so. Peers enjoy working with me -- except on those days when they don’t. I’m a work in progress. READ MORE

The Forty-Two Challenge

Question #28: What luck are you going to create today?

The Challenge: Most believe luck cannot be created. Most might be right. However, you can put yourself in a place to find luck. This week do something or talk to someone you may not have otherwise. Who knows what “luck” might come of that?

Share your reflections on your favorite social channel. #FortyTwoQuestions

Worth Reading

Mindset by Carol S. Dweck

A Growth Mindset is the simple belief that your basic qualities are things you can cultivate through your efforts, your strategies, and with help from others.

Thought Starter: Are there times when other people outdid you? Maybe you just assumed they were smarter and more talented. How about this? Consider that they just used better strategies, taught themselves more, practiced harder, worked through obstacles, and made growth important enough. Now. What can you do?

Worth Watching

The Rainbow Connection

“..Someday we’ll find it…” Four minutes not wasted.

Thought Starter: Sometimes we just need to enjoy the joy around us.

Leadership Programs & Services

Executive coaching is not just for executives. It’s designed for any individual who seeks to make a greater impact; individuals with a growth mindset; or individuals who simply want to better themselves.

Learn more about the Forty-Two Consulting approach to Executive Coaching

Final Thoughts

“Our greatest fear should not be whether we will climb high enough or fail at what we’re doing or fall from the top. No, our greatest fear should be succeeding at the stuff that just doesn’t matter.”

John O’Leary, In Awe

Executive Coaching & Strategic Advising