As we all get older and progress further in our careers, it's inevitable that our schedules get packed with more meetings, more family responsibilities, more social obligations—the list goes on. We're constantly telling each other how busy we are, how there's not enough hours in the day, and telling the younger generation to "enjoy the freedom while you can."
The truth of the matter is, none of us are actually that busy—and we need to stop telling each other that we are. In reality, we have control over our time. We choose what we do and who we interact with on a daily basis.
When we tell others we're "too busy," what we're really saying is that we are spending our time doing things we really don't want to do. Imagine all of the missed opportunities you've had because you were "too busy," being "too busy," (view the article image above). We all need to stop concentrating on how little time we have to do the things we want, and start focusing on the freedom we have to choose. When we do this, we quickly identify what we enjoy and make choices that allow us to do those things. We identify our purpose.
At my company, Go By Truck, we center our entire business around purpose. We create integrity and respect in an industry that is infamous for dishonesty, and for the exploitation of others. We've built our organization around a team of people who are committed to Go By Truck's mission and to making positive change in the transportation industry. My employees are fulfilled and excited about what they do everyday, which not only creates a high office morale, but it also keeps each team member focused and dedicated to our company's goals.
As the President of Go By Truck, I've also removed "too busy," from my vocabulary. Overpacking my schedule can cause me to lose touch with my team and to lose trust with those that depend on me. It's vital for business professionals to keep a pulse on the daily activities of their organization's teams and to make sure each individual has the support they need to exceed their professional goals.
When you stop making excuses for yourself, you will realize how much time you actually have to dedicate to your purpose, and you can start spending your time making positive changes in ways that matter to you. Not only will this make you feel more fulfilled, you will be much more successful in accomplishing your goals. Stop saying, "I'm too busy," and start doing what you want and doing it with passion.
source: LinkedIn-President & Co-Founder at Go By Truck, Inc.
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