Contrary to popular belief, most people do not need to work harder; they just need to be inspired to do things differently. But getting inspired is more difficult than it sounds. In today’s business and social culture, the focus is on what is wrong, how difficult things are, and how limited resources are due to factors outside of our control. If you think about it, the opposite of inspiration is cynicism. And cynicism has run amok.

Oops, I forgot how it feels to be inspired!

The fastest way to get inspired to behave differently is to add learning to your daily habits and to learn from someone you admire. One of the best things about today’s world (see that is me being non-cynical!) is that technology puts business inspiration at our fingertips. You can tune in to talk on Ted.com, download hundreds of free teaching podcasts to your iPod or dig out those old educational tapes in your garage, and just LISTEN. If you prefer live learning, register for a workshop or a class, or join a leads group. They key to inspiration is to let yourself be inspired to counteract all of the cynical, negative voices out there. My recent favorites are Brian Tracy, Anthony Robbins, Ali Brown and Seth Godin.

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Simon Sinek: How great leaders inspire action

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Brene Brown: The power of vulnerability

If you need a laugh about your habits 1M views.
Bob Newhart-Stop It

CAREER CHANGE READINESS QUIZ

Though the prospect of a new start is refreshing don’t forget the fundamentals of having an eye-catching and current resume, writing a great cover letter, brushing up on your interview skills, and most of all presenting yourself as the complete package! Before you take that leap, take this quick quiz to make sure you are completely prepared.

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