Motivators' decision-making tips

It’s the day-to-day decisions that can make or break your ability to reach your goals, and motivational New Zealanders Michael Jones and Nigel Latta know it well.

Michael Jones

Michael Jones may have made quick decisions on the rugby field in his All Black days, but his financial advice is to slow down.

“Never ever rush an important financial deal or decision – it’s not worth the potential risk and pain.”

Michael uses this time of year to get in the right frame of mind to make the ‘big calls’.

“I tend to set goals just prior to returning to work after having a good break over the summer, with enough time to ponder, dream and strategise on a well-rested and re-energised emotional and physical ‘tank’. ”

“I’ve failed enough times with New Year’s resolutions to recognise
that a ‘road map’, written clearly and not too complicated, provides
the pathway to fulfilling my goals.”
 

Nigel Latta

Nigel Latta, clinical psychologist, author and host of the Politically Incorrect Parenting Show is not so hot on New Year’s resolutions, but always has a short, medium and long term plan.

“I review my plan and change it regularly. If you don’t have a plan, things won’t happen. It’s very easy to get caught up in the day-to-day detail and ignore the big picture.”

“Constantly reflecting on the big picture helps me reach my financial goals. When I am making a decision, I ask myself, does this take me closer to my goals or is it a distraction?”

Nigel’s money personality is ‘systems innovator’ which he says seems to fit nicely. 

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