Monday Motivational

Greetings Team Credo-

This week’s motivation comes from the empowering 'democracy' of time.

Every being is not given equal intellect, money or health. But everyone gets the opportunity of exactly 24 hours each day. No genius, however great, is rewarded even a single extra minute. Hence time is an ideal democracy - the great equalizer of our opportunity. The great beauty of time is that one cannot waste it in advance. The next day, the next hour are lying there ready for you, as perfect, as if you had never wasted or misapplied a single moment in all your career. We focus so much on spending our monthly income wisely, and so little on spending our daily income of 24 hours optimally.

This week, let's realize that the most 'effective' use of our 24 hours is a thrilling game of equal opportunity - whose winners accumulate health, wealth and happiness.

Thanks for reading and have a great week!

Sincerely,

Your friends at Credo

Monday Motivational

Greetings Team Credo-

This week’s motivation comes from Norm successfully cutting costs.

In 2008, Norm's business had to cut costs. Instead of calling a big meeting and making a presentation, Norm sent an email, "We are going through the greatest economic depression of our times. To help bring down costs, now new pens will only be provided in exchange for fully used old pens. I hope you too will do all you can to bring down costs and help us tide through."

The next day Norm went to a meeting without his pen. But no one lent him a pen! They said, "Boss, we are going through very tough times and you need to keep track of your pen!" Norm realized that the message had taken full effect. With enthusiasm his staff went about creating innovative ways to lower costs.

This week, let’s focus on creating a small change that triggers more positive steps.

Have a great week everyone!

Sincerely,

Your friends at Credo

Monday Motivational

Greetings everyone-

Remember how 'Systems' win where 'Goals' struggle?

Brett’s wise mentor explained: 'Goals' are outcomes we desire. 'Systems' are the process which we control and lead us to this goal. For example:

- Goal: To loose 5 kilos. System: 10 sit-ups before shower; Plan meals at breakfast; Walk after dinner.
- Goal: To write a book. System: Write a 100 word article every Monday! :)
- Goal: To be a top-performer at work. System: Seek a boss who inspires; be responsive; send early drafts; prioritize tasks each morning.
Goals are great for target setting. But Systems deploy our daily actions towards achievement. The goal is to win the FIFA world-cup. But it is the system the teams follow for practice each day that is really going to matter. World-class systems give world-class results.

This week, let's focus on our system instead of our goal. 

Sincerely,

Your friends at Credo

Monday Motivational

Greetings everyone!

This week's motivation comes from the story of Fred the Florist who mixed up orders but saved his business with his humor.

A new business location had just opened and the owner's business partner sent him flowers.

The owner was dismayed when he saw the note read 'Rest in Peace' attached to the beautiful arrangement. The angry business partner called up Fred the Florist, threatening to sue him.

Fred simply replied, 'Sir, I can imagine how upset you must be. Perhaps you could imagine this - somewhere at a funeral there are beautiful flowers with a note saying 'Congratulations on a new location.' Immediately both men started chuckling. His sense of humor had saved his business!

This week, let's remember to be humorous beyond admitting our mistakes when facing a tough situation. While there are certainly times where we must be serious in this field, remember…humor is a great tool for self-care!

Sincerely,

Your friends at Credo