“The biggest person with the biggest ideas can be brought down by the smallest person with the smallest mind. Think big anyway.” –Mother Teresa
I was recently able to attend one of the regional events of the National Association of Women Writers (NAWW). It was so much fun to see brides I hadn’t seen in a long time and it was so exciting to hear how far their lives and/or writing careers had progressed.
As we discussed their changes and future goals, I brainstormed with members how they could bring more visitors to their websites, repackage the information into new products, etc.
I decided after this meeting that thinking big It is one of the most important components to reach your goals. It doesn’t happen overnight, believe me, I know. It is a growth process. So here’s a little help and some kind direction to get you thinking bigger, faster:
1) One of the fastest ways to get where you want to be is to surround yourself with the people who are already there! You need to invest in networking organizations that have members you can learn from, and then you need to “network.” And if you are like me, time management is a very important factor in your life. Online networking is a wonderful way to save time and get in touch with a global market. Build an intellectual team and meet regularly. Again, it takes time to find the right people, but you won’t find them if you don’t start looking now.
2) Get a trainer. Having someone who has experience in your industry is invaluable. Good coaches will hold you accountable and push you beyond your little thought. Not to mention how much money they’ll save you by keeping you from making costly mistakes as you progress through your career.
3) Attend seminars, workshops and teleseminars every week. I know, where will you find the time? If I can do it, you can too. I have three school-age children and a new baby, and I run two organizations. Not only do I host teleseminars, I also attend them every week. I love learning through the Internet because it is very flexible. I have a headset and I put it on silent so I can listen while I take care of other tasks. (Sometimes I even do the laundry or the dishes while I learn.) The point is: I find the time to learn to think big every week.