habits are funny. many of them are harmful. many of them are brainless. but, they ultimately define your character. brushing your teeth is a habit, a vital one. it requires little effort, no brain capacity--it just gets done (hopefully). BUT this habit did start at one point. and that got got me thinkin. what if you could start a new habit for your business? the big problem with new habits, is they often seem daunting, difficult to remember, and we cant keep them long enough to let them become engrained (mindlessly) into our lives. so, we have a fling with our new habit... because it just takes too much mental effort to maintain. but what if that NEW HABIT WAS TIED TO AN EXISTING HABIT that we could never forget? for example, what if your one new habit each day was to do a push-up after you brush your teeth--think you could keep it? I think I could. and, actually, I really doubt Id stop at one push-up after I got down on the floor. Id probably do as many as I could (most days). I wouldnt even be surprised if it became a lifelong ritual--just like brushing my teeth. but, how can we apply that to building your business? what do you do EVERY DAY that doesnt require extra thought? how about interacting with a server, or a barista, or holding the door open for someone? what if you TIED A NEW HABIT to any of those interactions? what if you smiled and looked every person in the eye that you held the door for and asked them how they were doing today? what if you complimented any server or barista who serves you that has glasses on? (on their glasses) what if you texted one person thinking of you, have a great day each morning when you grab your phone? these are just off the top of my head, but hopefully you can see where this might lead.... these are simple, unforgettable, MINDLESS new habits. BUT, I can GUARANTEE that theyll open the door to further conversation, and perhaps a question/coupon/business card for your business! #startswithone #newhabit
Posted on: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 14:25:06 +0000
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