Going for your own Olympic Gold

I am fascinated by Apolo Ohno.

He grew up 20 miles from where I live. He already had 5 medals and more fame and glory (and gorgeous women) then most people would have in a lifetime .  He certainly didn’t need any more fame.  I watched the documentary for what it took for him to come back to compete in Vancouver, he admitted that after all the hoopla and parties were over he still felt unfulfilled.   Passion is an interesting thing – it’s the drive from your heart and soul to do something and to do your very best for no other reason then you love it.

It is the Olympic class drive that you need now to succeed in today’s job market.  Apolo did two 4 hour workouts a day to prepare to get to Vancouver.  You need to work on your job search with the same kind of determination.   When I watched Apolo  win the Olympic medal the other night I was cheering from him because he was trying to beat himself to be better then he had been before.  And I am cheering for you to work a little harder do a little more networking and be prepared like an Olympian before you enter your next job interview.   I know you can do it – you just have to want too!

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TIP OF THE DAY: S.M.A.R.T. goal setting is the most effective way to get your new job faster.  Set your goals and perform your action steps every day

S.M.A.R.T. goals:

• Specific — a written goal with all steps necessary to complete it
• Measurable — you and others can see how you are progressing
• Achievable — stretch but still possible to do
• Realistic — relying only on your own efforts
• Targeted — a clear objective noting consequences and potential rewards