Power of Presence

I have a big wig New York City yoga client who is one of those hot shot merger and acquisitions dudes. If I shared with you the companies he works with, you might be uber impressed. He's got a family, a couple of houses, a huge business and a big life. 

I see him each week in his townhouse on the Upper East Side, New York City, that he dedicates to his well-being...meaning he has another home where he lives with his family. The townhouse is his space to chill and renew.   But who cares about the rich and famous, right?  What's the point?

Well, there are many things that are super impressive about this man, but what I find incredibly inspiring and empowering is this:   HE IS PRESENT. 

When we work together, his smart phone is in another room and he is completely in his practice.  

A man with three kids, a wife, a household, a huge business and a heck of a lot of responsibility beyond the scope of most people, is off line and unavailable for a solid hour.  No multi-tasking.  He is in the moment and completely dedicated to his learning, his health and well-being and his purpose.

This got me thinking about success and the amazing successful people that I know in my life and what I notice is that people who have success in their live  have certain qualities that they embody.  

Commitment, Dedication, Presence, Goals, Clarity, and Coaching

I'm sure they have many other important qualities that keep themselves operating at the top of their game, but it seems like these leaders know what they want, they know how to delegate, they know how to perform, they know how to be accountable and responsible and they really get things done.

Commitment
They are ALL IN with their life and their responsibilities.  They are connected to the understanding that they are in charge of their lives and what they create in the world is up to them.  They make it happen and stick with it with consistency.

Dedication
They know how to delegate and what they are good at and what they can give up and keep moving towards the goal.

Presence
They are in alignment and stay connected to the moment and look at big picture goals and visions, as well as the details that need to be congruent to make it all happen. 

Goals
They know what they want and seek out ways to make it happen in manageable bites and bigger chunks.  But they create goals that are specific, measurable, accountable, reachable and timely (aka SMART goals).

Clarity
They know what they want and they go for it.  With clarity, they keep moving forward despite obstacles or setbacks.  Clarity brings freedom.

Coachable
Successful people seek coaches and other leaders and colleagues who are better than they are to continue to learn and accelerate their growth and potential.  They build and seek a team around them that is stronger and more knowledgeable than themselves to keep evolving.

In the yoga industry, it is like teachers seeking teachers.  We all want someone who has "been there before" to show us the way.  

Here's Your Homework

Ask Yourself?  Am I in alignment with my Highest Potential?  Where could I be better with these leadership qualities in my life?  What do I want?  Am I ready when the big opportunity comes knocking at my door?  What steps do I need to take to keep moving forward?

One step at a time the house gets built.  Build your house on a firm foundation and make it a beautiful representation of your Self and your Dream.

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