The world has been on lockdown for the last 18 months and many people have put their dream of success on hold until we can make sense of what is happening. But why wait? As clichéd as it sounds, there is no time like the present. Here are some things to think about as we look forward to finding success in a post-covid world.
There is no time like the present to make your dreams a reality. There is a good chance you have put those plans on hold until we can work out what is happening in the world. News flash, everything is still up in the air. Even the people who are running things have no idea what is happening. The world is a constant state of change and nobody is really sure how this will all pan out. So, if you don’t know what is happening, how are you supposed to make your dream a reality? Well, only you can answer that question. But it is worth asking why you can’t do your dream now. And is it really worth putting it on hold any longer?
If the Covid-19 Crisis has taught us anything, we all need to be flexible. In order to continue trading, many companies had to change how they worked. For some companies, it was practically impossible to stay open such as bars and certain areas of the hospitality industry. However, cafes, restaurants, and many other services began to adapt to help reach their customers. Delivery services were employed for companies who had never considered it before. Online services jumped massively as people needed to upgrade their virtual presence. There were many businesses that were lost but most of these companies couldn’t adapt to what was happening, or they wouldn’t.
Whatever you have decided to do, there may have to be some changes made. But you shouldn’t have to stray too far from your original plan. The simple fact, when you were creating your plan to make your dream real, there were core values at the centre of your plan. Maybe you had an idea for environmental products, or wanted to open your own specialised store. Whatever your goal was, look back at it and see if there’s any way you can adapt it to make it work now. You may need to scale it back and start a bit smaller, but make a start at it.
Even though we are adapting to a post-covid world, it is still going to take time. We can’t wait for happiness to happen, it is something we need to do ourselves. We have all been through a lot over the last year and a half. With this in mind, you should think about how you can make yourself happy. This can be anything, and it is best to make a list of things that will help to brighten your mood. Having this list is important because when the going gets tough, it can be difficult to find those moments of happiness. Set an alarm reminding you to enjoy the sunrise, enjoy a meal with your family, or just set some time aside to sit and enjoy your favourite TV show for an hour.
Starting fresh and setting up your own business can be tough. Sometimes, it is downright difficult to the point that you wonder why you are doing it. When these times roll around, it is time to be grateful. Starting a gratitude journal might sound a bit woo-woo but it is an efficient tool for bringing you back to the positive side of things. It is so easy to get stuck with the negative side of things. The best time to journal your gratitude is first thing in the morning. Setting your day up with an attitude of gratitude can have a massive effect on the rest of the day. Even listing 3 things that make your grateful which will remind you why you are pursuing your goal can help get you into the right headspace.
Exercising has massive effects on your body, mind and soul. It is one of the activities which are touted to help people find success, improve their mental health, and can help you live longer. So why aren’t you exercising? We all know that it can be hard to find the time to exercise, especially when our schedules are overflowing already. But we should make some time to get our bodies moving. Contrary to popular belief, it does not have to be a highly complicated routine that takes an hour to complete. Some simple stretches, a few sit-ups, and some jumping jacks are enough to get the blood pumping.
When you are gearing up for success, a lot of people will think that your quiet planning time means that you have an abundance of free time. You may have friends and family thinking that you have free time to waste. If you have been wanting to go self-employed to spend more time with your family, it can be tempting to give in and meet them for lunch when you should really be securing your supplier. Understanding that there are times that you need to say no is an important part of being in business for yourself. However, there is the flipside of knowing when to say yes. If you have been working a lot and have been missing out on things, maybe it is time to take them up on their offer of a coffee?
Investing in your education can be one of the most important things that you ever do. What you do need to decide is how far you want to take it. If you enjoy learning and don’t plan on using your education to get a job, you might want to reconsider signing up for a postgraduate degree. In this case, reading and using free courses online to expand your knowledge could be the better option. However, if you want a career change but don’t think you will have the time, you could study part time. There is an abundance of online courses which are accredited, so they mean something to employers. Have a look and see what options you have available.
You may have seen the lists of countries that you can or cannot travel to popping up. Normally, these lists are a reflection of the vaccination or the cases of Covid-19. As more people get vaccinated, the world will be opening up again, and this is great news if you want the life of a digital nomad. Although travelling may be slightly expensive at the minute, there are options to get discounts from Netvouchercodes.co.uk to help you get back on the road again. Don’t forget to take a holiday when the time is right too. You may be surprised by how much you need it.
If you have floated the idea of your own business and have taken some baby steps in the last year to make it a reality, it is time to measure your success. Even if it has been turning a tiny profit, that can be a huge success (especially in your first year of trading). Take time to audit your goals and achievements, you may be surprised at what you have accomplished. And make sure you share the news with your friends and family. They will want to know that you are doing well and will want to share in the success. So don’t be afraid to toot your own horn from time to time.
Your marketing strategy has probably performed more backflips than an Olympic gymnastic over the last year, so it may seem irritating to to constantly revisit it. But the constant changing within the world has meant that everyone is having to constantly adjust their strategies. Yes, it is frustrating but it is worth your while spending some time keeping your eye on the marketing ball. If you are feeling burnt out from the marketing, it may be time to ask for some help to keep everything looking fresh and exciting.
Maybe this should be the first thing on the list, or maybe it should be the last thing after you know what you need to do. It doesn’t really matter, as long as you get organized at some point. This does not mean buying pretty pens and fancy clips for holding paper together, although if that would make you happy there is no harm in it. We are talking about filing and shredding paperwork, ensuring payments are up to date, doing the annoying stuff that can get pushed to the side. By creating a habit of being organised, you we be able to handle anything your business can throw at you and you won’t be met with so many nasty surprises.
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