Always Know Your DEEPER Why!

Responses to questions regarding “Why” we perform personal or professional tasks often and predictably assume financial implications such as:

• Why do you go to work?

• To provide for my family.

• Why do you work so many hours?

• To make more money or to get ahead in my company or my competition so I can do more business.

• Why do you own your own business?

• So I can have control of my income.

• Why do you work the job that you do?

• It provides the income I need.

Although all of those reasons accurately describe the most basic circumstances behind those “Why” questions, the likelihood that anyone will demonstrate the epitome of success (professional or personal) is derived from knowing their deeper “Why.” Certainly, we all need an income to survive and finances are always a component of success, but it shouldn’t be the only factor.

Partners in a business, coworkers performing the same job, or siblings in a family business will always have their own unique perspective of their deeper, “Why.” A An individuals, “Why” is also likely to further develop over time as their personal goals and lives evolve. The overarching question to ask then is; How do we keep our “Why” at the focus of our attention when we live such busy chaotic lives?

• Write down your “Why(s).” - Everyone should have many “Why’s” listed for business, professional growth, personal and family outlook.

• Reflect regularly on your “Why’s” – Keep them where you can view them on a regular basis and when you begin to question your “Why” it will be available at your fingertips as a reminder.

• Revise your “Why (s)” once you feel you’ve achieved the success you set out to achieve…NOT because you’ve hit an obstacle in the road.

• Tell your spouse, friend, business partner, or family member of your “Why’s” so when times get tough, they can be a support system and a reminder of your “Why.”

Come up with a list of “Why” questions that are significant to your life and dig deep to ascertain the answers. Explore deeper and beyond the financial effects of “Why” you function in all facetted roles in your life. Then follow the above steps to ensure you keep your “Why” as the focus of your life personally and professionally.

Consulting with the premier full service business consultants of The Merit Group can guide your deeper thinking and inspire your new “Why” guided process. We are eager to team together with you to get the results you desire. Visit our website at www.themeritgroupindy.com or call 317-805-4896 today!

Look for more small steps that produce BIG results!

Shamara D. Cox

Managing Partner & Business Consultant

Email: scox@themeritgroupindy.com

Website: www.themeritgroupindy.com