Suchandra

Finding Your "One Thing"

In the movie City Slickers, a group of friends take a “vacation” at a dude ranch. Curley, played by Jack Palance, is a crusty yet wise old cowboy who shares the following with Mitch, played by Billy Crystal:
Curley: Do you know what the secret of life is?
Mitch: No, what?
Curley: This. (Holds up his index finger.)
Mitch: Your finger?
Curley: One thing. Just one thing. You stick to that and everything else don’t mean [anything].
Mitch: That’s great, but what’s the one thing?
Curley: That’s what you’ve got to figure out!

Great scene … great advice. Leaders have to figure out the One Thing that defines a meaningful purpose for their teams. The One Thing should answer the question Why are we here? You may think that finding that focus isn’t critical; but in fact, it’s essential to your success. The most important thing in business (and life) is deciding what is most important.

Your team’s One Thing might be: producing defect-free materials; providing the fastest service available; developing leading-edge products; creating relationships that customers cannot walk away from; or meeting the technology needs of other departments. These are just examples – your One Thing has to be your One Thing. And it should guide all of your decisions and actions.

Even after you find your One Thing, sticking to it can be a challenge while you put out fires and explore new opportunities. Don’t be tempted to think, as some do, that you can keep piling on initiatives and still maintain your team’s focus. You may find yourself in the middle of the “Ship is Adrift” Syndrome. Instead, consider automating, streamlining or outsourcing areas that are not core to your team’s operation.

A laser-sharp focus does not happen overnight. It takes time and effort to refine, reinforce, and communi-cate your One Thing. But you need to start now. Blurred focus creates confusion – resulting in diffused employee efforts. Stay focused! Remember Curley!

Hey sis, yeah, no worries. I'm going to bring him something when we come there, like a truck or something.. he likes that kinna stuff right? It will be soo nice to see you! I can't wait! And vaman!!! YAY! Sorry life is rough.. I'm sure everything will get better soon, Whats going on?

Hey Sista! Vaman's birthday is comming up yea? What does he like?

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HEY... WE NEVER THANKED YOU... FOR THE ADD... THANKS!

Get off your gas, my friend. Save lots of dough and tons of chedda.
Curb your car, scooters are sweeter! We carry electric scooters, electric bikes, gas scooters and a whole hell of a lot more.

Suuuudy! How are yoou? I miss you and the family! Give Vaman a big kiss for me! :(

which song?

You make me laugh Sucandra! It's wonderful to get in contact with you again. I hope that we can meet up in the near
future.
ooox

Dandavats

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All the best
Kaustubha das
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Thanks for the birthday wishes. Much appreciated, my friend. Here's a killer 'toon I found... hope you like it.

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Jaya Radhe!

Are you coming to the Florida festival this year?
I might need some musical help (April 26) ? :)

radha mohan