The first month of 2016 will be history in a few days. Resolutions have been made and goals set. The past is the past. New horizons and new vistas are at your disposal.
What's next? What plans do you have in place for 2016?
Preparation is one of the keys to your success in becoming the person you desire to be. Unfortunately, we live in a fast paced, microwave, instant results society where time is often the primary variable that determines if we will pursue an advanced degree, ask for a promotion, start the business, or invest in our personal development.
George Washington Carver once stated, "There is no short cut to achievement. Life requires thorough preparation - veneer isn't worth anything."
Preparation appears to be a mandatory prerequisite in the Kingdom of God. The scriptures are replete with examples of individuals who were plunged into a season of preparation before they were propelled to their place of purpose.
Please feel free to add one or more of the following tips to your prescribed preparation plan for 2016:
What's next? What plans do you have in place for 2016?
Preparation is one of the keys to your success in becoming the person you desire to be. Unfortunately, we live in a fast paced, microwave, instant results society where time is often the primary variable that determines if we will pursue an advanced degree, ask for a promotion, start the business, or invest in our personal development.
George Washington Carver once stated, "There is no short cut to achievement. Life requires thorough preparation - veneer isn't worth anything."
Preparation appears to be a mandatory prerequisite in the Kingdom of God. The scriptures are replete with examples of individuals who were plunged into a season of preparation before they were propelled to their place of purpose.
- Joseph's character was tested and tried for twelve years before he became the prime minister in Egypt.
- Moses lived on the backside of the desert as a fugitive and a mere sheepherder for forty years before he became the emancipator of the People of Israel.
- Esther spent twelve months engaged in a purification process before she was selected queen of Persia.
- The disciples of Jesus spent 31/2 years in training before the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ was borne.
Please feel free to add one or more of the following tips to your prescribed preparation plan for 2016:
- Create a vision board or a written description of your goal(s)
- Consult and collaborate with others who have similar goals
- Make deposits in your bank of knowledge: take a class(es), read, attend conferences or workshops.