Kia ora, here's our first-of-the day / week / month / year kick off!
With a fresh buzz in the air and a strong brew in hand, let’s have a straight-up kōrero about keeping that fire in our puku burning hot! Staying lit! Motivated, and ready to smash it in both business and life.
1. Set Realistic, Ripper Goals
Let’s be real, if your goal’s just floating around in your head with no plan, it’s not a goal, it’s a wish. Time to get SMART about it (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound). Want to boost your client base by 20%? Keen to finally kick off that dream side hustle? Get it on paper. And don’t be stingy with the high-fives when you nail the small stuff – wins are wins!
2. Do It with Aroha, Always
Whatever you’re doing, do it with heart. Aroha adds flavour to your work, like proper Wattie’s sauce on your chips. When you’re all-in with your purpose, you’re not just ticking boxes, you’re doing meaningful, satisfying work that actually lights you up.
3. Turn Faceplants into Fuel
Let’s be honest, not every day’s a walk on the beach. Some days, it’s a sideways tramp through the Waitakere Ranges in gumboots two sizes too big. But here’s the thing: those hiccups? They’re gold. Every stumble teaches you something. The pros aren’t perfect, they’ve just learned how to fall face-first, then get up sassier than before.
4. Balance That Mahi and Mischief
Work hard, yes! But don’t forget to live a little, too! You can’t pour from an empty keep-cup. Whether it's a cheeky fish and chips feed, a lazy arvo at the beach, or picking up a hobby that brings you joy, fill your cup often. A well-rested 'you' is an absolute productivity machine.
5. Find Your Hype Crew
Success is sweeter when you’ve got a solid squad behind you. Your whānau, your mates, your work crew, these are your go-to's for pep talks, reality checks, and that one person who’ll lovingly tell you to get over yourself and get on with it. We all need that person.
6. Optimise Like a Boss
Time to ditch the busywork and get smart. Automate the boring stuff, streamline your systems, and keep your business humming. As a Virtual Executive Assistant, this is our jam, finding ways to make your life smoother, sharper, and far less admin-heavy.
7. Feed That Curiosity
Keep learning, always. Whether it's a fresh skill, a clever business move, or a nugget of wisdom from a mentor, stay curious. It’s like adding Cadbury's hokey pokey chocolate to fried bread, unexpected, but oh-so-good. And yes, my cousin Mitty and I did that!
8. Don’t Lose Sight of the Big Why
Lastly, keep your eyes on the prize. What lit the spark in the first place? Why are you doing this? That big-picture vision is your north star, it’ll keep you steady when things get wild.
So, whānau, let’s roll up our sleeves, shake off the doubt, and get stuck in. Here's to a day / week / month / year of bold moves, belly laughs, and big wins, wrapped in aroha and fuelled by purpose.
Cheers to winning!
