“Even if you’re on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.” ~Will Rogers

It occurs to me there are humans who have absolutely zero interest in continuing to grow and learn.

Perplexing isn’t it?

Picture this.

You are the most current super swank operating system on the market today. A well programmed machine destined for enormous productivity.

Until one day …

Glitches and bugs begin to slow you down, you limp along looking  for “work arounds”  and do your best to stay the course.

Maybe you even create a patch to address some of the bugs in your personal operating system.

BUT

Before long …

A new and improved operating system is available, threatening to make your original POS obsolete.

Do you just blow off the opportunity for Improved performance?

Do you stick with the idea that the once shiny version of you is acceptable forever?

Seriously …

Have you ever experienced what it’s like to compute several updates or OS’s behind?

Do you enjoy the slower, stickier version?

The upside to this metaphorical blah blah is easy.

You must embrace the upgrade.

Ride the Leading Edge

-Become an expert in your chosen passion
-Learn what’s new and how you can become more productive
-Pay attention to what is going on in the world

Remain Forever Curious

-Have you always wanted to learn how to play the piano? Take some lessons.
-Curious about social media?  Take class or sign up for a tele-seminar.
-Want to travel abroad?  Start researching your adventure.

My challenge to you is shake off the fossilized version of yourself and get curious about being alive. Upgrade your personal operating system by discovering a new interest or hobby.  Create some time to reinvent even a little part of you.

Becoming obsolete is a personal choice.

What are you going to do about it?

Begin upgrading your personal operating system today.

Shann Vander Leek is the Founder of True Balance Life Coaching and Co-founder of Seize True Success. She is a Coach Training Alliance certified professional coach, and certified yoga instructor. Shann is a prolific blogger, published writer and co-author of the Best Selling Book – Wake Up Women BE Happy Healthy & Wealthy. Shann’s personal style and direct approach have guided and inspired many in overcoming personal and professional challenges. Her background in sales, marketing and client development, along with leading a talented sales force for many years prepared her for the business of professional coaching. Shann inspires women in transition to create balance in their lives through personal coaching, yoga and creative expression. Telephone and email consultations make her accessible to clients all over the world. To find out about her Coaching Programs for Women, call Shann at 231.668.111 or visit www.truebalancelifecoaching.com