The Dream Manager Blog

In order to bring the best out of ourselves, the teams we manage, and our organization we all need ongoing training. Hunger for best practices and a dedication to continuous learning are the trademarks of those who excel in any field consistently. And yet, we live in a culture that is much more interested in being entertained than it is in being trained. Don't let your training programs and events go down that path...

So what is the difference? Training - I teach you a skill and you go out and do it. Entertainment - You enjoy it but it doesn't change your behavior.

During times of turmoil, stress, uncertainty and challenge, the best managers and leaders do one thing better than their counterparts. They focus on what they can affect, and they don't allow themselves to get caught up in what they cannot influence.

There are two lessons there for us. The first is to make sure we are spending the bulk of our time, energy, and resources on things we can affect. The second is to make sure we are applying the same wisdom to the pursuit of our dreams.

When things get tough, the great mass of people tend to whine and whine about everything that is happening to them. In short, they take the victim stance. Avoid those conversations. Avoid them with other people, and avoid them in your mind.

Some of your dreams may have been placed out of reach because of current circumstances. Focus on the dreams that are achievable this week, this month, this year. Focus on affecting what you can affect and you will have an incredible effect.
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It seems to me that modern business is about adding value... and the extent that we do add value, is the extent that we are rewarded. The more we are rewarded, the more opportunities and resources we have to pursue our dreams. So, are you adding value? And if you really want to accomplish more of your dreams, you need to become preoccupied with the question: How can I add more value... to my company, to my manager, to this project, to the customer?

Adding value is also the ultimate form of job security. Nobody lets the person go who is creating revenue streams and adding value to the business. We let those go who are not.