Quotes to motivate you to get started
The year may be coming to an end, but that just means we can start getting ready for the new year and what better way than by finding ideas to motivate us into getting started.
Sometimes the most important thing is to take that first step; no matter how small or insignificant it seems, once you get the ball rolling and make a start, it can be hard to stop you.
Here are five quotes for you to pin to your affirmation boards to make your New Year start as you mean to go on.
Just do it
You can’t just sit around making plans and expecting others to believe in you. Your reputation is built, lives and dies on what you actually achieve, not what you say you’re going to achieve.
It’s about showing up, doing the work, and delivering real results. Instead of talking a big game, you need to focus on rolling up your sleeves, making things happen, and proving your worth.
Talk is cheap, but action speaks louder than words.
Don’t overthink things
Bruce Lee offers a powerful message about the pitfalls of overthinking. In just a few words, he reminds us that getting lost in endless thoughts can prevent us from taking action.
He advises against excessive planning, analysing, or worrying, as they can hinder progress. We are encouraged to strike a balance between thinking things through and actually getting things done.
His words should serve as a reminder to shift from contemplation to decisive action, urging us to go beyond thoughts and turn them into tangible achievements.
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Getting ahead
In this quote, Twain gives us a valuable lesson in productivity and progress. He reveals that the key to making significant strides lies in taking that initial step, and by emphasising the importance of starting, he highlights the inertia that can hinder our progress when we become overwhelmed by the magnitude of our goals.
A practical strategy for overcoming this overwhelm is by breaking down our complex tasks into smaller, more manageable ones. This also works with those less complex but large challenges we are often presented with.
This approach allows us to tackle one task at a time, reducing the sense of burden and enabling a sense of accomplishment with each completed step. By focusing on the first step and consistently working through manageable tasks, we can steadily advance towards our desired outcomes and pave the way for success.
Time waits for no one
This succinct statement carries a profound truth about the nature of time and the consequences of procrastination. Time continues to move forward regardless of our actions or inaction.
While we may choose to delay important tasks or postpone decisions, the ticking clock remains relentless. We need to recognise the urgency of seizing the present moment and taking timely action. It underscores the importance of embracing a proactive approach to life, as delaying crucial matters only leads to missed opportunities and potential regrets.
Time is an invaluable resource that waits for no one, compelling us to make the most of each passing moment and live with a sense of purpose and determination.
Share your thoughts
David Allen’s award-winning book ‘Getting Things Done’ contains a treasure trove of productivity tips (in fact, you can access it for free here) He encourages readers to find external methods of capturing and organising their thoughts.
This approach enables us to free up mental energy and create room for creativity and problem-solving. By embracing this mindset we’re able to offload the cognitive load and gain a clearer and more focused mindset. It empowers us to leverage tools such as lists (and you know I love a list!), notes, and task management systems to store and manage information, allowing our minds to be more agile and productive.