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In This Issue
- A Note From Lorraine
- Lorraine Recommends: 'How to Run your Business on Autopilot'
- Feature Article: 'Get a Grip of Your Time Before Your Kids Grow Up'
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Vol 12.20 - June 2008
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I'm actually feeling really sad this week. I haven't physically seen my daughter for 5 months as she's now living and working in London.
We will see her later in the year, however it's still hard for me.
If you have children who have left home to live their dreams, you'll know exactly how it feels. I am so thankful we have technology to stay in touch. Don't know what I'd do without Skype, webcams and sms.
Through sheer determination Tia has landed the perfect job which utilises her talents. She'll be doing what she set out to do and that was to travel the world. In this new position, that's exactly what it incorporates. She's had her share of life's ups and downs like the rest of us. Fortunately she doesn't stay down for long and keeps moving forward.
I have a photo of her on my office wall and look at it daily. Makes me so proud to see how she's turned out.
I am so grateful that I have always 'been there' for my children. No matter how busy life gets, I always make time for my family. Apart from my health, my family is what matters most.
It's such a shame that many business owners get so consumed in their business, that they forget the real reasons why they got into business in the first place. Unfortunately in many situations, family time decreases and business time increases.
If this applies to you, the good news is you can turn your situation around when you decide you really want to (and take the necessary action).
This week's article will show you how you can get a grip on your time before your kids grow up.
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Lorraine Pirihi
Australia's No. 1 Productivity Coach
"Committed to helping small business owners and
entrepreneurs work less, earn more and have a life!"
PS: "Welcome!" to all the new readers who joined since last week! You're going to love the resources you'll find here to help you have more time, make more money and get a life. ...Enjoy!
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Get a Grip On Your Time Before Your Kids Grow Up
By Lorraine Pirihi
A few years ago I attended a presentation from Parenting Expert and well-known author, Stephen Biddulph on "Raising Boys". My son, Trent was 11 at the time so I was interested to hear what Stephen had to say. In fact, so were the 800 other parents in the room!
 The key point that I picked up on was that boys from the age of 6 -14 really need 'time' with their dads. That is the most influential period in their lives when they bond with him. And the type of time they need is not all thrown into a 'once a week' or 'month' block or some exotic holiday once a year, they need to spend time with their sons on a regular basis. Otherwise how can you build a strong and stable relationship?
For the single mums reading this, don't despair. If you are estranged from your partner and bringing up your son is your responsibility, having a positive male role model in his life i.e. uncle, brother, grandfather, teacher, tennis coach, etc. will work as well.
What's happening in our society in the chase for the almighty dollar and in many instances the big ego; our relationships are breaking down. People are totally dominated by their work and have little energy to invest in themselves and their families.
Planning Personal Time
It's very interesting to note that every business owner I have coached all have the same common goals, to make more money and have more time for their personal life.
You Can Turn Your Life Around
And do you know what the three key things you need to do to turn your life around? Learn to say 'no', how to manage your time and then take action.
That's right. Everyone tells you how busy and how little time they have, yet most people do nothing to learn the skills that will have a dramatic impact on their work and personal lives.
You have to plan time to get things done. Do you want to spend more time with your family? Do you know how to plan for it? How much time do you spend working? How much time do you invest in yourself to learn how to be more effective?
Are you hoping that one day, work will ease off and then you can spend more time with your family? Do you really need a bigger house, nicer car or overseas holiday? Will that improve your relationships? Do you think that you'll (hopefully) stumble on the secrets to getting more time back in your life?
If that's the way you live your life, your kids will probably be all grown up and not really need you.
Cats in the Cradle
For those of you old enough to remember, Harry Chapin recorded a song called "Cats in the Cradle". It was about a young boy whose Dad was always busy working. He never seemed to be available when his son wanted to be with him.
Over the years this continued until the boy became an adult. By then his Dad had retired and had time on his hands, however his son had now become too busy to see his Dad. He too was working and had kids.
The tables had turned. All of a sudden the Dad realised what he had done. He was too busy caught up in his work and missed out on his son growing up.
The Final Word
For those of you who have managed to maintain a good balance in your life, congratulations. No doubt you are happier, healthier and more fulfilled.
For the rest of you who are unhappy, unhealthy and unfulfilled, then you need to take action if you are serious about wanting to make changes. Do it, because nothing changes if nothing changes!
By Lorraine Pirihi
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