S02 Ep76 The Covid Episode

Life will always dish up challenging circumstances like Covid-19.

Hope for and expect the best, be prepared for the worst, and make the best of whatever comes your way.

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Welcome to Ever Better Today: the daily podcast for creating your optimal business, career, or overall life in ten minutes or less. I’m Lisa Conners Vogt, Executive and Leadership Coach and founder of Ever Better Coaching and Consulting. Let’s jump in!

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Here’s what I learned from having Covid in June 2022…

Do risk management

Think about what might happen in your life and prepare as much as possible in advance! Set up automated tasks so that they can keep happening even if you're unable to actually participate! Do as much advanced prep as you can whenever possible.

I’m a risk-taker

Covid-19 has been around for two and half years as of this recording and many people are still keeping their social world, and personal interactions small and contained. I’m taking a different approach. I socialize, invite people to my house, and travel. Despite having a Covid-19, I wouldn't change a thing because I’ve enjoyed living my life. However, I respect each person’s personal decision. Everyone has to make choices about how much risk they can tolerate taking into consideration the financial and caregiving implications of getting sick.

Value the relationships I have

My COVID was another reminder that I am grateful for my family and friends. I’ve had lots of those reminders lately! It’s so important to maintain or create relationships with people who can take care of you if you get sick or even just brighten your day. I value my relationships, and hopefully, I'm giving even more than I’m getting.

Be grateful

While I was in quarantine, I was very thankful to my friends and son for picking things up for me and checking in on me. I also appreciated my clients' flexibility with regard to shifting schedules and the ability to conduct leadership workshops virtually.

Be flexible

In any situation, consider your options. Don’t assume something cannot be done. Brainstorm with others and take risks!

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So that’s it and here I am again back to work and podcasting after recovering from Covid. And if anybody wants to chat about what's going on with them with COVID, just let me know!

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