Josh Hinds Motivation and Inspiration Journal

Here’s a positive affirmation you can repeat to yourself when you need a quick burst of inspiration…

“I take my personal and professional development serious. Through an ongoing commitment to learning I am acquiring the necessary skills to create the life I want.

With the many sources of knowledge available from me to learn from, whether books, audio programs, mentors, and the many others, there is no excuse for my not being able to acquire whatever skill set I need in order to achieve my own definition of success.

That said, no amount of knowledge alone will be enough. Applied knowledge is what will turn my dreams into reality. Like a flame to kindling, action is must be added to what we learn in order to reap it’s full rewards.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG!
Josh Hinds

* I’m available for keynotes, breakouts and personal development trainings. Visit www.JoshHinds.com for speaker information

Here’s a positive affirmation you can use to move you in the direction of your goals and dreams…

“The language I use, and allow others to use when they refer to me matters. Words have power, they can build folks up, or break people down. While it’s true that I can’t always control what others say about me, I can control what I accept to be true — and in turn give power to. I can make the choice to tune out what others say when it doesn’t help to move me in a positive direction.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

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Here’s a positive thought you might consider (or even repeat to yourself) when you need a bit inspiration…

“I am vigilant when it comes to working on the goals I have for myself. I keep in mind the old saying, “out of sight, out of mind.” I write down and schedule times when I will work on the things I’ve identified as worthwhile to pursue.

Each of us has 24 hours in a day, if one person is capable of using that number of hours to pursue their goals, then I too can find the time to do so as well. I resist the natural human urge to accept excuses which attempt to convince me of all the reasons I’m too busy.

The simple truth is, I may very well be busy, life may be moving 90 to nothing, but the fact remains that if I want to reach my intended destination then I am going to have to work within the allotted time each day. I’m going to have to adjust and do the things necessary to give ample time towards achieving the success I desire.

I am as capable as anyone when it comes to manifesting my dreams. Through persistence, action, and holding on to the vision of what “success” means to me I am moving confidently in the direction of all the rewards life has in store for me.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

* Josh is the author of Why Perfect Timing is a Myth: Tips for Staying Inspired and Motivated Day in and Day out! Grab your copy at http://www.getmotivation.com/successpack/

Consider the following quote if you would. I think the message it holds is well worth giving some serious thought to…

“No one ever attains very eminent success by simply doing what is required of him; it is the amount and excellence of what is over and above the required that determines the greatness of ultimate distinction.” — Charles Kendall Adams

If I might be so bold I’d like to share a thought of my own along this same topic for you to consider as well…

“The average person says “that’s not my job” — while the leader transcends their job description and inevitably reaps untold rewards for doing so.” — Josh Hinds

It’s easy to ignore the opportunities to “let the buck stop with you”, but in doing so you may be short circuiting the advancement which always makes its way to the person who goes above and beyond the call of duty.

Strive to be that person who goes above and beyond what’s necessarily expected of you and you will see more of life’s rewards making their way into your life.

It’s your life, LIVE BIG!
Josh Hinds

-What are your thoughts on the ideas above?

Here’s an affirmation you can use whenever you need a bit of inspiration…

“As I focus and take action on the things which give me a sense of joy from partaking in them, great opportunity finds me. I am as capable to achieving my hearts desires as anyone is.

If one person can succeed in the pursuit of their dreams then I accept that as proof positive that I can as well. I work diligently day in and day out on the vision I have for myself, both personally and professionally. In doing so I am crafting my ideal life.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

* I’m available for keynotes, breakouts and personal development trainings. Visit http://www.JoshHinds.com for speaker information.

-What do you think of the above affirmation? Is there anything you would have re-written or added to it in anyway?

“I hold tightly to the vision of what I want to accomplish. I leave little to chance because I have a plan which outlines not only where I want to end up in life, but how to go about getting there.

Because I make the trait of stick-to-it-ness my ally I will outlast those who give up or quit before experiencing the sweet rewards of success. I embrace and make my mantra the saying, “slow and steady wins the race”. If I happen to experience accelerated success the more the better, but I don’t require it nor do I give up if things take time.

I was made for greatness and every day I strive to live my life to the fullest.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

* I’m available for keynotes, breakouts and personal development trainings. Visit www.JoshHinds.com for speaker information.

Here’s a positive affirmation you can use to inspire yourself to action…

“I take the time to evaluate, and where necessary adjust where I am with regard to the goals I have set for myself.

In doing so, and in taking action on the items I’ve identified as most important I am guaranteed to see progress and move confidently in the direction of what I have determined to be most worthy of attainment.

Through persistence, hard work, an honest commitment to action, and a willingness to learn what is needed I can achieve great things.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

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-Josh Hinds is available for keynotes,  breakouts and personal development trainings. Visit http://www.JoshHinds.com for speaker information.

Here’s a positive affirmation you can use whenever you find yourself in need of a little motivation to move you forward…

“Each day I spend some time investing in myself. The time I put in to improving my skills pays dividends which can never be taken from me.

Outside circumstances can change — and though I may find myself with fewer resources through no control of my own, the skills I’ve developed will always remain. The important thing about this is that even in a worst case scenario should I have to begin a new — because of the skills I possess I can regain & surpass whatever I may have lost. Therefore, I am diligent in continuously upgrading my skill set.”

– It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

* Josh Hinds is available for keynotes, breakouts and personal development trainings. Visit http://www.JoshHinds.com for speaker information.

-What did you think of the shared affirmation?

Instead of seeing someone who takes the time to complain about a product or service you’ve rendered as a problem, try and reframe it for what it really is – an opportunity to grow, learn, and ultimately become better for the experience.

It’s been said many times before that we grow through life’s challenges, as opposed to those times when it’s smooth sailing.
When another person takes the time to share what’s wrong in their mind be thankful, because so few people actually do. Instead they go silently into the marketplace sharing their negative experience with others.

For this reason alone isn’t it better to correct any disagreements early on? If the other person asks for a refund strive to the very best of your ability to give it without hesitation or making it difficult on them.

In virtually every case you will find that you’re always better off when the other person leaves the experience feeling good about it even if you weren’t able to deliver on what you both originally agreed upon (so long as things are made right when you part ways).

In the short-term you may feel that you’ve lost out, but in reality you have built trust and paved the path for the other person to potentially do business with you at another time. Not to mention you will be surprised by how many people will actually go about singing your praises to others as they share what a rare customer service experience they had, “with the person who really wanted to make sure I left the transaction happy”. Because unfortunately so few people take this approach, when you do so you will put yourself at a distinct advantage in the marketplace.

If you can develop the ability to render this level of service with a smile you will differentiate yourself in a positive light. The rewards for being viewed in this way among others is well worth the effort it takes to do so.

When you build trust through your actions you strengthen your character. Your character determines your influence. Your influence determines the level of success you will attain – be it personally or professionally.

It’s your life, LIVE BIG! Josh Hinds

* Josh Hinds is available for keynotes, breakouts and personal development trainings.
Visit http://www.GetMotivation.com/speaker for speaker information.