Coaching Corner: Going in circles?
By Marilou Butcher Roth, Master Coach
Earlier this week, I spoke with a client who was working from home on that particular day. As soon as our call began, she let me know that her robotic vacuum was in process, and for our call, she was attempting to find a quiet place to work. As she observed what was happening, she noticed her vacuum robot finding amusement in its job, following a path that made little sense. Where it would seem most logical to clean one room at a time, the robot went from room to room with seemingly no pattern.
My highly tuned-in client brought up how by observing the robot, she thought of times when humans behave similarly. It was a great insight, as there are definitely moments when we organize ourselves and our time in a way that could be more efficient.
Do you ever find yourself going from task to task, feeling as if you are “all over the place?” It happens. Today, pay attention to how you organize your time. When you sit down to tackle paperwork, decide what needs to happen first. You may want to make a list to follow if you find that helpful. There is no right or wrong here, it is what works best for you. The key is to stay focused as best you can. This is true for all activities. Let’s use cleaning the house as an example. Do you find yourself experiencing efficiency with this task, or are you easily distracted by bright, shiny objects?
We often talk about being present in our conversations, which allows for improved communication. Now, let’s do the same with our tasks at hand, both big and small. Be present! Bring it!!
Marilou Butcher Roth
Marilou Butcher Roth is the owner of The MBR Group, a coaching and training company working primarily with REALTORS who have a desire to work and live from a more inspired place. She is also the Broker/Owner of Group REALTORS in Cincinnati.
Marilou is a member of the Ohio REALTORS Board of Directors and past chairman of the organization’s Communications Committee.
