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We default to someone else taking initiative

Road hazard from construction site
Road hazard from construction site

 

Road hazard from construction site
The wind blew it off it’s foundation into the busy road. Our car in the background.

 

Why do we default to someone else taking the initiative?

Because:

  • We’re in a hurry.
  • It’s only a little thing, it doesn’t really matter.
  • These things fix themselves.
  • It’s not my problem.
  • Everyone will see it and go around.

But what if someone doesn’t see it in time?

What if something tragic happens?

Could you live with the knowledge that it would have been an easy fix but you didn’t take the time?

What message are you sending to the 14-year old sitting in the passenger seat when you ignore it?

What message do you send when you take action?

Constant, daily choices.

Legacy.

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There are real life Disney Legends among us

Marty Sklar and jeff noel, Disney Legends
Disney Legend Marty Sklar and jeff noel many years ago.

 

Can we turn a work assignment into a wonderful once-in-a-lifetime opportunity?

Maybe a decade ago was asked to be Marty’s “handler” for two days while he was at Walt Disney World to deliver a keynote speech.

It was a transformational experience because of the unanticipated quality time together.

In 30+ years at Disney, never asked for a single autograph. The photo above is no exception.

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Too bad, so sad is up to you

Disney Speakers jeff noel twitter profile
Twitter profile January 15, 2015

 

“How bad do you want it” is not a rhetorical question.

Do not shrink your dreams to allow others to remain in their comfort zone.

And do not procrastinate because you’re hoping others will eventually agree or approve.

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The teen asked the dad, “Are you high?”

Code School at Envy Labs in Orlando
Code School at Envy Labs in Orlando.

 

The teen asked his dad, “Are you high?”

Dad, “Yes. High on life.”

Unintentionally fell into a huge reduction in caffeine intake while visiting out-of-state family over Christmas break.

Plus, 13 years alcohol (and smoke) free.

Plus breaking free of the corporate leash. (even though it was a labor of love)

Getting regular, adequate rest.

Here’s what chemical dependance hides from us: our body creates it’s own high once it realizes we are committed to it.

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