Posts By Meiko S. Patton

3 Ways to Increase Your Value at Work

“Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” – Albert Einstein 1. Spend an hour a week thinking of new ideas you can implement at your federal place of employment without being asked — and present them to your manager. 2. Get in the habit of skimming a lot of publicationsRead… Read more »

5 Characteristics That Will Keep You From Being Successful

“Winners never quit and quitters never win.” – Vince Lombardi Does not respect authority. Does not accept blame. Makes a lot of excuses. Does not see the need to prepare in advance for new opportunities. Does not see the importance of continuing education or training to develop new skills. Does not have a career orRead… Read more »

5 Things You Should Do At the Start of Each Work Day

“Nothing will work unless you do.” – Maya Angelou 1. Arrive to work a little before your scheduled time Arriving to work a little early helps your mindset for the entire day. When you are able to get a jump start on your work day, you are able to navigate your day a little easier.Read… Read more »

The Power of Commitment

“It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, and discipline that enabled us to follow through.” – Zig Ziglar Below is an excerpt from the Scottish Himalayan Expedition by W.H. Murray. Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back; always ineffectiveness. Concerning all actsRead… Read more »

5 Things To Do At the Start of Each Day

“Nothing will work unless you do.” – Maya Angelou 1. Arrive to work a little before your scheduled time Arriving to work a little early helps your mindset for the entire day. When you are able to get a jump start on your work day, you are able to navigate your day a little easier.Read… Read more »

The Power of Commitment

“It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, and discipline that enabled us to follow through.” – Zig Ziglar Below is an excerpt from the Scottish Himalayan Expedition by W.H. Murray. Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back; always ineffectiveness. Concerning all actsRead… Read more »

Unleashing Your Power Within

“It is in your moments of decision that your destiny is shaped.” – Tony Robbins In Tony Robbins’ audio book, Unleash the Power Within: Personal Coaching from Anthony Robbins That Will Transform Your Life!, he says that all human behavior is driven by beliefs and beliefs carry consequences. So whatever you believe about yourself, willRead… Read more »