“You can either throw in the towel, or use it to wipe your sweat.”
—Author Unknown
When was the last time you had a really rigorous workout? You know, the kind that makes your muscles burn, makes you gasp for air, and drenches you in sweat?
Where do you, or have you, demonstrated similar efforts in your personal or professional life?
How often do you give things your all? With what frequency do you merely put in enough effort just to get by? How often do you throw in the towel and give up completely?
EXERCISE:
What are the key tasks or priorities in which you could dig deeper, make a stronger commitment, or break more of a sweat? With whom can you partner to coach, encourage, and challenge you to give these goals your very best?