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Jan9
Resolutions Or 5P’s
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Yes, I set goals, and yes I have determination, as a strong feature of my personality. But, for years now, I haven’t made any New Year’s Resolutions.
Why? Well, by this early date in the New Year, most people have already given up, or fallen off the wagon, and they don’t seem to get back on, and on track. That was always how it was for me. I got tired of the feeling of self-defeat or failure, so early in the year. I never did beat myself up about it though.
Focusing on making that list of life changing tasks, or resolves, became too large, looming and daunting. Then, awhile back, I found something that works for me!
I practice the 5P’s! What are they?
Proper, Preparation, Prevents, Poor, Planning!
While, it might take me a bit longer to accomplish or achieve my goals, it helps me put the proper amount of time and effort into each task, that is necessary to achieve success.
An example, of how the 5P’s has worked for me, is this BLOG! I have carefully, taken the time to plan and prepare my posts. I also, pay attention to what I feel you want to read about. My plan from the onset has been, “If you build it, they will come!” Your readership and support, has shown me how well this has worked. I may have said it here before, but “it is far better to have a plan, and stick to it, than NO plan at all.” I feel that is true, no matter what you aspire to do, or achieve. If I didn’t have a plan, I doubt this blog would be the success it has become…plain and simple.
So, whatever your goals are for this year are, Why not practice using the 5P’s? Take things one step at a time, instead of creating a list of resolutions, that amounts to a major overhaul that is overwhelming.
For me the 5P’s, takes the stress out of achieving my goals. Try it- I think you will be surprised. Post them in places that will help you stay focused.
Proper Preparation, Prevents, Poor Planning
Oh, and check back here often to see how my plan progresses! Until next time, To Your Success in 2010!
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18 Responses to “Resolutions Or 5P’s”
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I like you have used the 5p’s for a while. It helps in all areas of life, jobs, home, etc. Success to you in 2010!
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Barbara Rae January 10th, 2010 at 4:11 pm
@ Linda,
Good for you, too. Works for me. To your success in 2010!
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I like the idea of the 5 P’s! This is the first time I’ve heard of them but I have used other personal management techniques. This will be good to work in with what I already use. Thanks and wishing you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2010.
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Barbara Rae January 10th, 2010 at 5:18 pm
@ Mom’s Cafe Home Cooking,
That it will, and you are very welcome. It helps me keep things in perspective, and clearly focused. All the Best to You in 2010!
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Wow never heard of the 5 P’s before, but it makes great sense. Unfortunately, it takes me 5 to 10 minutes each morning to find a matching pair of socks. But I can try, I have good intentions, just poor follow through
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Barbara Rae January 10th, 2010 at 11:54 pm
@ Man Over Board,
Ha-Ha! So,plan to find that matching pair of socks before you go to bed, then you might have time for an extra cup of coffee in the morning!
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I’m not big on New Year’s resolutions either…
I really like your 5 P’s saying…
Very appropriate for our 10/10/2010 Chicago Marathon adventure!
God Bless~
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I can attest to the fact that I KNOW how well you use and implement your 5 Ps! May 2010 be a great year for you!
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Barbara Rae January 13th, 2010 at 5:48 pm
@ dawn hild,
Let me know if you use this during, or before the Chicago Marathon adventure.
I would be curious to know how it worked for those that do use it! All the Best to You in 2010!
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Barbara Rae January 13th, 2010 at 5:50 pm
@ Diane Scott,
Yes, I know you DO. I couldn’t image myself, without having a well defined plan. It helps a lot. I’m planning on making this a good year!
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Hi Barbara!
So good of you to let us all in on this wonderful tidbit! It’s obviously working for you. Congratulations!
Talked with Mother Theresa (of WHB fame) the other day for an hour or so on the phone. Afterward, I thought, “I should really ride the boat over and meet Barbara.” Let me know if that’s something that would work for you. I was thinking I might walk on in Edmonds and maybe we could do lunch in Kingston, if that’s not to much of a drive for you. Shoot me an email if you want.
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I didn’t know but I have been practicing the five P’s too! Happy New Year to you.
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Best of good fortune to everyone with their resolutions, whatever they may be
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Barbara Rae January 17th, 2010 at 4:20 pm
@ psyche,
Thank-You for the wonderful and friendly comment!
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Barbara Rae January 17th, 2010 at 4:21 pm
@ Karen,
Good for you..and All the Best 2010 has to offer YOU!
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Barbara Rae January 17th, 2010 at 4:24 pm
@ Brad,
Thank-You! Yes it is working for me. I will shoot you an e-mail and perhaps we can pick a day coming up!
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This kind of reminds me of the Girl Scouts motto – Be Prepared. You have all the bases covered with your 5 P’s though!
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Barbara Rae January 19th, 2010 at 7:24 pm
@ Connie Foggles,
You’re right. I use to be a girl scout, but I never made the correlation to the motto! I find the 5P’s very helpful!
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