6 August 2009
Strategies 6 and 7
Posted by Dan DeMuth under: PIM News .
6. Positive Mindset
Even peak performers have negative thoughts and experiences, but they are able to easily let go of them and move on quickly. Here at Performance In Motion, we coach clients to use mental tools to focus on the positives and let go of the negatives. Techniques such as visualization of positive outcomes and creating mental images through vision boards are powerful methods to overcome negative thought and attitudes. These techniques are based in forming positive mental images, which have been found to correlate with positive outcomes in reality. For instance, a free throw shooter, who visualizes making the shot, is more likely to drain it in reality. But visualization is just one tool—we also encourage clients to engage other senses and faculties to maintain a positive attitude. Listening to music can change one’s brainwaves and thus change one’s mood. Moreover, stimulating the intellect is an effective tool to promote more positive thought.
7. Determination
Peak performers are bent on achieving their goals and rarely lose sight of their target. They believe that they will succeed in the long run and do not back down when failures occur along the path to meeting goals. They accept that the business culture will throw a few distractions or setbacks their way, but don’t give up, even when they are forced to change directions entirely. But determination is more than just an inclination; it can be fostered through reflection and awareness. Peak performers often look back on positive experiences to motivate them when they experience adversity. They possess a wealth of positive memories, which they can recall when times are tough. Here at PIM, we help people get in tune with their inner determination through positive reflection. Peak performers also stay determined by knowing what is possible. PIM uses a number of discovery exercises which show clients that they may not be living up to their true potential. This in turn motivates them to to what is needed to live up to their new found potential.
