“One’s philosophy is not best expressed in words; it is expressed in the choices one makes. In the long run, we shape our lives and we shape ourselves… And, the choices we make are ultimately our own responsibility. ” Eleanor Roosevelt
This quote arrived in my inbox on New Year’s Day and gave me pause. It seems that lately I have been seeing a lot about personal philosophy. The article in Jeffrey Gitomer’s Sales Caffeine said that Gitomer lives his philosophy rather than organizing his life around lists and goals. If he takes care of the big issues, the small ones will follow–although he does have a staff to take care of details. Another article I read recently touted a personal philosophy rather than goal setting. Then along came Eleanor Roosevelt over the span of nearly 60 years to bring crystal clarity to the topic.
Everything is about our choices, like it or not, and we are responsible for our choices. As entrepreneurs, the choices are ours. Many times the choice is not easy or always clear, but it is ours. As we head into 2008, it’s very good time to think about choices we have made and boundaries we need to set, and to determine, if necessary, our non-negotiables. As we After 55s often have a heavy burden of responsibilities to others, this is a great time to spend time thinking about how we want to meet the future.
My best wishes that it’s a very good one for all of us!
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January 7th, 2008 at 4:37 pm
What a great perspective on choices! So much about choice is about facing change; embracing it, instigating it and not running away from it.
January 22nd, 2008 at 11:09 pm
Eric
Lol, not another article business startups. I’m writing an e-book with a business-theme and found you whilst googling. Thanks for the information.