3 TIPS to Tackle Everything that Stands in Your Way

 Getting your life organized and getting out of your own way is 33% inspiration, 33% preparation, and 33% taking action...with a little bit left over for problem solving. Once you know what you want to do and before you can do it, you need to get the right tools for the job. Without them, you may abandon the course and things could be worse off than they were to begin with.

Let me explain. I’ll use the idea of organizing your home or office. Getting organized is about making a commitment to solving the storage or efficiency issues that clutter your home and other spaces. In order to do that, an investment is going to be necessary of time, money, and energy. The end results are contingent on the extent you are willing to get the right tools for the job; you will see success easier and quicker when you have the right tools. And like most things in life, some jobs don’t require much while others may require a contractor or some sort of financial infusion.

 When you decide to tackle any organizational needs of your home and other spaces, these 3 TIPS will help you tackle the job...they’ll also help you tackle  everything that stands in your way from living your best life...your Intentional Life...so, consider these options:

 Hiring the people with the tools: If the tools you’ll need are an investment, it might make more sense to hire someone else to do the work. Revamping your kitchen might not make sense if you have to buy power tools or other large-scale items that you will only use once. Weigh the benefits and disadvantages of paying for done for you services rather than DIY.

In life, obstacles will line your PATH, but you can hire people to help you clear your PATH...as a coach, I help clients clear a lack mindset, low self-confidence, and self-sabotage so that they can navigate their lives.

 Renting tools and equipment: Some tools and equipment can be rented. From dump trucks to cement mixers, to chop saws, and nail guns, there are rental companies that supply DIY needs. 

For life, a mentor or coach can help you take affordable steps. In my practice, clients practice Kaizen (taking small and consistent steps forward) to achieve what they’d like to accomplish. They develop the habits, routines, and ritual that are essential to making progress on one’s PATH.

 Making an investment: If you discover you love demolition and light construction, it may be time to invest in your own equipment or tools. Making a purchase might justify taking on more and bigger organizational projects.

When most people realize that they only have one life to live, they make a commitment to transformation. This is deciding that they are ready to invest their time, money, and energy into the processes of change. 

 Consider this: Before you say yes to any project, do your homework. Be realistic about what tools are needed for the job. From closet organizers to matching containers for a pantry, understanding what the financial investment will be to do the job right can help determine if you can dive right in or need to make a budget and save for the right time.

 Taking on an organizational challenge can be frustrating if you don’t have the right tools for the job, especially tackling the obstacles that stand in your way of living an Intentional Life. It can increase the possibility of quitting - which will only make things worse. Pre-planning and creating a checklist and action plan will help keep you on track, on budget, and motivated. The more prepared you are, the easier and more fun your projects will be...including living your life.

Until next time...

Lisa

P.S. Are you ready to put these 3 TIPS in action? My clients are making tremendous progress in my Achieve with UNLIMITED Laser Coaching program. You can, too! Sign up at www.lisamcgrath.me.