Jodee Bock

The popular belief is that achieving goals gives us external glory when what really compels us (instead of motivates us) is gratitude, not glory.

Internal inspiration has far more long-term effects than external motivation. The huge secret is that when you stop looking for external validation, it comes. The glory then is seen as a statement of what is instead of a measurement of worthiness.

When you seek outside yourself for the glory you anticipate receiving, you are dependent… Show more

The popular belief is that achieving goals gives us external glory when what really compels us (instead of motivates us) is gratitude, not glory.

Internal inspiration has far more long-term effects than external motivation. The huge secret is that when you stop looking for external validation, it comes. The glory then is seen as a statement of what is instead of a measurement of worthiness.

When you seek outside yourself for the glory you anticipate receiving, you are dependent upon others – diverse others, with various skills and challenges themselves – to present you with their version of whatever trophy you are seeking.

If you lead your life in pursuit of others’ permission or approval or support or direction, you will never know which is your own true life, nor who you were created to become.

Instead, determine for yourself which goals will allow you to achieve the feeling of accomplishment you desire deep down. Just point yourself in the direction of your dream and start walking. Take in the entire picture, not just the prize you set your eyes on.

When you realize that the only response necessary for whatever you are going through is unconditional gratitude, you will see that, like Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, you’ve had what you were searching for all along.

So use the ideas in this book as signposts for you to build your own discernment muscles. Read, contemplate, ponder, disagree, debate, share, reflect and decide which ideas you’ll discard and which you’ll keep – either for now or for someday in the near future. Show less

Have you ever considered the language of an invitation you receive to a wedding or formal event? Traditionally those invitations will request the honor of your presence and often, if you think hard about it, your presence would be the best present you could give.

How do you typically show up to events in your own life? Do you consider the possibility that each day is a brand new present, wrapped up especially for you by the greatest, grandest you you could possibly become? Would that… Show more

Have you ever considered the language of an invitation you receive to a wedding or formal event? Traditionally those invitations will request the honor of your presence and often, if you think hard about it, your presence would be the best present you could give.

How do you typically show up to events in your own life? Do you consider the possibility that each day is a brand new present, wrapped up especially for you by the greatest, grandest you you could possibly become? Would that change the story you tell about yourself and your life?

Because every day you are telling that story, not only in the language you use, but also in the way you present yourself and the energy you bring with you. Whether you’re aware of that or not, you tend to live into that story.

The ideas in this book will allow you to take a look at the events of your life and make some decisions about the future you choose to live into.

You will find that there are random pages throughout the book that are set up for you to share your own story, thought, idea, or information in order to customize this book for yourself or as a gift to someone else. Wouldn’t it be great to receive a book from someone else with the giver’s own thoughts interspersed? It’s a great way to share a little piece of yourself with someone who means a lot to you.

Another fun way to utilize the book is to think for a moment about a challenge you are facing or an inspiration you are wanting to discover. Open the book and randomly choose one of the entries. More often than not you will find something that will support you or challenge you (in a good way!) right where you are.

I am hopeful that you will choose to accept the invitation this book offers to take a look at the happenings of your life as an observer. The story is yours, and everything you’ve experienced has brought you to exactly where you find yourself right now – which is exactly where you are supposed to be. Show less

Whatever your role within an organization, "The 100 Percent Factor" will give you fresh perspectives on ordinary concepts and ideas to help create a new attitude about the world of work, and the world outside of work. By supporting employees in bringing 100 percent of themselves to work, employers can expect at least 100 percent return on their investment. By examining and then producing their own 100 percent with each task or project, employees will step into their personal responsibility… Show more

Whatever your role within an organization, "The 100 Percent Factor" will give you fresh perspectives on ordinary concepts and ideas to help create a new attitude about the world of work, and the world outside of work. By supporting employees in bringing 100 percent of themselves to work, employers can expect at least 100 percent return on their investment. By examining and then producing their own 100 percent with each task or project, employees will step into their personal responsibility. This book guarantees no answers, but provides stories, analogies, and new perspectives - and new questions - that will inspire the reader to action in making a difference both inside and outside the workplace. Show less