Just because you deserve victory doesn’t mean that you will win every fight, game or argument. Someone else may have the tactical advantage. Have the self-con­fidence to know when not to fight. Perhaps the smartest course of action is to retreat and reflect upon your options. Can you return to the challenge on another day better equipped, more experienced and stronger?

The non-action of the wise man is not inaction. It is not studied. It is not shaken by anything. The heart of the wise man is tranquil. It is the mirror of heaven and earth … emptiness, stillness and tranquility. Wise men don’t fight each other.

How to Manage Projects

Unaccomplished people are aimlessly content to watch their lives drift by. This is not you. You have spe­cific projects to manage and complete as you steadily progress along the path to your ultimate career success.

For each specific project, ask yourself these questions:

Exactly what has to be done?

How important is completion to me and/or the company? Who is responsible for completion of the project? Is there a start date or a deadline?

What is the estimated time allocated to complete the project?

What is the cost and is sufficient capitol available? Besides money, what other resources are needed? Which team members are needed to complete the project? Do all team members understand their specific tasks? Is there any flexibility in the completion of the project? How will progress be monitored?

How will final completion be measured?

When you have these answers, you will be on the road to project success, which is your success.

BillFitzPatrick.com, The Action Principles

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