OPA!

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No....I am not inviting you to a Greek restaurant............not that I wouldn't.
My friend and "Greek God", Dr. Mike Hatzinikolas would recommend this restaurant, I am sure.

OPA means something very different for me.

I learned about OPA approximately 7 years ago.  It was created by Tony Robbins.  http://www.tonyrobbins.com/
I have been a student of Tony and had the pleasure of meeting him in 2007.

While, I have gained valuable insight from him, OPA has been the most impactful and valuable for me.

So....what is OPA?

Outcome:     What do you want  to accomplish?

Purpose:      Why do you want to accomplish it?

Action:         How will you get it?


As Tony suggests when you set out to get something that you really want, you need to follow the above principles.  In all cases, the WHY must be the most compelling!  Think about it.  When you last set you mind to achieve a particular gold or objective, if the WHY was significant enough you dropped off the goal, or lost interest.

Take any example..............losing 20 lbs.   This is your desired outcome.  What do you want to accomplish?  Lose 20lbs.

Why do you want to lose 20lbs?  Perhaps it is to feel better, with more energy.  Trim some weight before your son's wedding.  Prepare for a half marathon.   Whatever the WHY, make it compelling and motivating!

Action.......How will you accomplish this goal or objective?  Eat a balanced diet, walk 30 mins every morning.  Bike 3 times per week.  Be specific with your action and stick to the plan.  The key here is to ensure that you are getting desired outcomes from your actions!!  If not, tweak your action plan.  If you know WHY you want it bad enough, you will always figure how to get what you want....but don't give up!

You can apply the OPA model to all aspects of your life.  Try it......it works for me.

Many of you have heard this before, but here is a thought to ponder.

How long would you give the average baby to learn how to walk before you didn't let him try anymore?    You need to apply the same formula for your OPA!

Have a great week!!!



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