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August 2010 What Difference Do You Want To Make?
Cancer doesn't care when it strikes. It doesn't matter if you're rich or poor, fit or lazy. A few years ago a melanoma claimed the life of a 26-year-old north Queensland man, a superfit triathlete. But that tragic reality has inspired hundreds of people to very literally get on their bikes, ask how they can help and get in the game. It's that old cliché - extraordinary things happen when ordinary people get involved. But I want to say I don't think there are any ordinary people. There are only amazing people waiting for their chance to shine. We all want to be inspired. I've been working with a construction company and the daughter of one of their leaders has autism. And the company was wondering how it could get help to support the man and his daughter, and others with autism. The next week I worked at a different conference and that company was raising money for autism! I swapped stories with them and they started swapping stories with me. Everyone got inspired and so much momentum was created. People were offering money, offering to educate kids in schools, offering to take the message to their businesses. It became a wave of support that wouldn't be overcome.
What can you do to make a difference? You can't fight every battle and you can't support every cause. But what can you do? You might say, I don't have enough money to give it away. But can you ride a bike to support a cause? Can you read books, swim laps, take a walk? You can - and you will - when you realise the incredible difference you can make in someone else's life, and in your own life. The buzz you get from supporting others will inspire more people to do the same! It's infectious - I am constantly amazed at just how much can be achieved when people engage from their hearts with like-minded people. At blackbelt in excellence we talk about creating environments in which people have the opportunity to shine. And whether we're talking about supporting a charity, or building business opportunities or creating the loving atmosphere in the home that you want for your family, the same principles apply: take that first step (no matter how scary), bring your best game to the table every time, decide what new skills or knowledge you need, and think about who you can bring onto your team.
These small steps create momentum. And momentum is an incredibly powerful thing. Once you provide the chance for people to shine, I'm positive that you won't be able to stop the excitement and energy they will bring when they are inspired to serve and care for each other. When people start to work together, believing in what they're doing, the enthusiasm and energy levels skyrocket. I see it in conference rooms and after our martial arts displays all the time - the groundswell of momentum becomes unstoppable! Success is the reward for those who make a difference. And it doesn’t matter what your definition of success is. I want to leave you with a question this month: What difference do you want to make? If you search yourself deeply enough, you'll know that's a question that demands an answer. I look forward to being inspired by your inspiration! Feedback
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I can't wait to hear how you have made a difference. Your feedback is never taken for granted and is always greatly appreciated. Thank you so much. Please feel free to email me at comments@blackbeltinexcellence.com.au Thanks for joining me again this month. Keep well. And keep going.
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To your success. be the best you can be. Best wishes, Peter Thurin 61 407 568 416 www.blackbeltinexcellence.com.au P.S. Don't forget to visit my new blog "be the best you can be" |
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