“Life is change. Growth is optional. Choose wisely.” – Unknown
Are you good at quickly changing up your routine? If you find a new and improved way of doing something, are you the type of person that immediately makes whatever changes are necessary and integrates the new routine into your day?
I have always been open minded when it comes to making changes and realizing there may be a better way of doing things than what I have been doing. But, I can’t say that I always moved quickly enough when it came to actually changing things up.
I didn’t really realize how important it is to move quickly until I came across some information on “Speed of Implementation”. But, now that I know, it is something I am continually focused on — because speed really matters.
It’s All About “Speed of Implementation”
Have you heard of “Speed of Implementation”? “Speed of Implementation” is the distance between the time you learn of an improved way of doing anything and the time it takes you to put what you have learned into action.
And, I really would like you to consider joining me and adopting Speed of Implementation as your new operating procedure because there are so many benefits, including the major one of increasing the likelihood of your success at accomplishing anything you want. Who wouldn’t want to do that — right?
Also, it’s worth noting that Speed of Implementation has already been tested and proven — this isn’t just some crazy idea I have thought up. Harvard did a study of really successful people and found that the one trait they all had in common was Speed of Implementation. According to the research, when successful people come across a new and improved way of doing things, they integrate the change into their routine right away. They don’t hesitate or delay. They take action and put whatever they discovered to use immediately.
So, I have committed to Speed of Implementation as my new modus operandi and anytime I come across anything that I know is a better way — the Stop Doing List, Choosing the Best Mood, Taming my negative committee or anything else, I make sure I immediately make the necessary changes to integrate the new thing into my day.
We are committed to making more and more big things happen in our life and of course Living Today Better than Yesterday. Why not accelerate our success by using Speed of Implementation? I promise you it will be one of the best changes you have ever made. Join me?
The Possibility of Today
1. Commit Today: Commit to become a person that implements new ideas quickly. It doesn’t mean that you make rash decisions or jump into things too quickly. But, when you come across a better way of doing things, you should take action right away and change up your routine.
2. Start Today: Think about anything you have recently come across that you know is a new and better way of doing things (i.e. Reeling in the Negative Committee) and integrate that new thing into your routine right now. Change whatever you need to in order to adopt the new thing you discovered.
3. Keep it Top of Mind. Anytime you notice yourself making an excuse or not moving quickly enough, remind yourself of the importance of Speed of Implementation. It’s time to go.
Speed of implementation. How quickly should we put into action all the valuable knowledge we’ve acquired? John Maxwell once said that most people will prefer to die than to change. How true this is! Reading this article reminded me of a saying back in the days: “knowledge is useless until it is put into use.” Why are people reluctant to apply their knowledge? Is it because of fear? Or is it because they don’t believe enough in their knowledge? Or could it be because there is an obstacle making the application of the knowledge impracticable.
A person that doesn’t know enough to apply his/her knowledge as swiftly as possible is no better than one who doesn’t have the knowledge at all. What do you think?
I agree Giles. Knowledge is power, but only if you use it and integrate it into your life. It’s like sitting on a gift if you don’t open yourself up to making changes and adopting the new things you find that will propel you in the right diction. I think you also make an interesting point about the reason why change is sometimes hard for us. I would definitely say fear plays a large role and also just being used to doing things the same way. Thanks so much for the comment and for dropping by.
Hi SIbyl,
Interesting post about “Speed of Implementation.” There is often that lag time between learning new information that can improve your life and implementing it. Interesting study showing how important it is to start right way and make the change to improve your life. Great reminder.
Thanks Cathy. Here’s to moving quickly every single time we find a better way:) Thanks for the comment and for dropping by.
I would like to thank you for such great advice and information. You are truly inspiring and motivating!
Thank you so much Mia:) I really appreciate the feedback and the kind words. So glad you like advice:) Thanks for the comment and thanks for dropping by.
How fascinating! I’ve never heard of speed of implementation. Makes so much sense! I’ll give it a try! thanks Sibyl!
Great Betsy. Let me know how it works for you:) So glad you are going to try it.
Love the concept! Hard to implement… Wonder if what your doing isn’t broke?? Should you still implement the new way or idea?? Help!
Hey Shay: I think it depends
If you do come across a way that you feel is going to improve the way you do things and allow you to take bigger steps forward, then I say, change things up. Of course, this is something you have to decide, but what I have found is that although what I was doing wasn’t broken, there were definitely better ways out there that allowed me to make even more progress. Hope that helps.
Hi Sibyl,
Making changes to our routines is certainly not easy. There is a lot of inertia to overcome. But if the change does improve things then it is best to implement it as soon as possible.
As you rightly pointed out in the Speed of Implementation, change takes time before we make it a part of us. The sooner we start and get through the process, the better.
Being swift to act has a lot of benefits. If the change is necessary, it is not good to delay for too long.
Thank you for sharing this lovely article!
Irving the Vizier
Hey Irving. How have you been? It’s always so good to hear from you. I think you are right about it not always being easy to make the changes, but it usually is worth it. Thanks for dropping by and thanks for the comment.
Sibyl I am going to simply say that you are a terrific positive influence on me. Many people are being rewarded by the better attitude I have developed from your post.
The past four days I have operated a meeting room for the
‘Experimental Biology’ convention. My particular room had each day many of the same professors, bio engineers,etc.
“Speed of Implementation” is indeed the best description as to how I strove to operate my room. Definitely ‘NO NEGATIVE COMMITEE’ allowed there.
I do strive to *implement* the tools provided by our community…I strive to be moment by moment heart full and professionally mindful during my day.
Before our final session today one of the daily attendees had a convention center worker go into the employee’s cafeteria to get me. When I came out the wonderful UCSD professor thanked me so gratefully for how I operated the room (she was both a moderator and speaker). She really reminded me of you Sibyl…so bright…such a great demeanor…such composer.
I fought my shyness (yes I can be) to ask her to come to your site as to give her an idea of my inspiration. I wrote ‘Possibility of Today’ ‘Sibyl’ down a piece of light blue note paper to give her at the end of our final session, but when I looked out into the audience with two speakers left…she was gone
…so Sibyl here is a very…very…very…slooow implementation of a warm thank you because I want to make sure it sticks right in the center of your heart
Luv ya!
” ‘Speed of Implementation’ is the distance between the time you learn of an improved way of doing anything and the time it takes you to put what you have learned into action. ”
I hadn’t thought about distance between the time I learn an improved way of doing something – and the time I actually begin. You’ve got my mind thinking about this is a new way.
Wow, this is very interesting. I’m going to put this “Speed of Implementation” idea to work, as I’m super busy this days and need to maximize efficiency and ease. Thanks Sibyl!
So glad you like the idea David. You will have to let me know how it works for you. Thanks so much for the comment and thanks for dropping by:)
I love this, Sibyl! It really gives a kick in the pants to the procrastinator that lurks within us all. Thank you!
So glad you liked the post Nea:) Thanks so much for the comment and for dropping by.