Unleash It!

This article/coaching tip was first written in the InnerRhythm Coaching Newsletter (Nov 04).

Creating magic moments with loved ones recently brought back memories of a charity expedition to Kenya in April. I was trying to get some beautiful sleep during the night, thousands of feet high in the sky when the two guys sitting nearby were talking about their businesses and how they were not growing to their satisfaction or not reaching their objectives. It wasn't something I hadn't heard before, but it was something that triggered many thoughts in my mind.

The explanations that were triggered in mind included the economy, or the wrong people on the team and so they weren't targetting the right customers.

Recent moments with loved ones made me realise that these people have so much potential in them. They are not the way the speak, they just need to reveal and uncover the potential hidden within them. I checked out dictionary.com for a definition of potential and it read, "the inherent ability or capacity for growth, development, or coming into being, or something possessing the capacity for growth or development." When we point to others as the cause to our problems we are missing the point. We hold many, if not all the answers ourselves. Maybe not in this moment, but when we unleash our potential, we unleash talents, skills, perspectives and ideas that can help us solve the problems we face and become more fulfilled in our lives.

We know we need to unleash the potential as soon as possible, but do we know how? Let me share with you some steps to look out for and do to unlock your destiny... Read these steps observing them from two perspectives - how will they help you and others?

Believe - You must believe in everything you want to achieve and accomplish. If you don't believe, how will you accomplish?
Recognise - Fair enough you believe you can do it, but that's not enough! You must recognise and specify the potential that's there for you to reveal.
Expect - Really expect improvement! Based on what you believe you want to happen and what you have recognised, you must expect it to happen.

Plan - This is essential. You need this to show how you will unleash your potential. That plan might include study, a mentor, courses, books, new habits,etc.

Invest - As your plan is ready, you must make an investment, not just in money, but with time, commitment and dedication to take immense action to make it happen.

Effort - Your investments must not be left alone. Keep giving your personal best and your efforts will show as you unleash your potential.

Patience - Be patient. Be persistent. You are worth it!

New Targets - Keep looking back and reviewing your plan and create new targets to further potential. "When you get to the top, keep looking up!"
This isn't a topic that can be covered briefly that's why I haven't put too much into this article. Make the most of this coaching tip. I promise it will work! It definately works on me, and many others as you may realise once reading this.

I encourage you to do at least three things with this information:

Think about the steps laid out above, and start believing in your own amazing potential.
Begin to recognize your unique set of potentials.
Share this article with others you know who would benefit from these ideas.