Chapter 2

Finding the Motivation to Change

In This Chapter

arrow Discovering why change is important

arrow Finding out how to set goals

arrow Achieving your goals

I was once asked in an interview, ‘What if you don’t want to change; what if you are happy just as you are?’ Then you’re a very lucky person. Being happy just as you are is a wonderful thing, but it’s also a rare thing. Not to have anything that needs a little work or improvement is unusual. Most people could eat a little healthier, do more exercise or drink more water, and I don’t think there’s a person alive who wouldn’t want to get more done more efficiently, leaving more time for the fun stuff.

Discovering Your Reasons to Change

Everyone has different reasons for wanting to be more productive. People’s lives differ, as do their motivations to change. Whatever your motivation to change, becoming more productive with your time and actions will help you to achieve your goals in life. Knowing what your reasons are and understanding your own motivations will be valuable to you when you meet the blocks and barriers to making those changes.

Doing more with your own time

Each week is filled with 168 hours. You can’t change this fact, nor ...

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