Determined - Amy Kazor

determined
adj

of unwavering mind; resolute; firm

determinedly adv

determinedness n

Synonyms: resolute, firm, dogged, fixed, constant, bold, intent, persistent, relentless, stalwart, persevering, single-minded, purposeful, tenacious, undaunted, strong-willed, steadfast, unwavering, immovable, unflinching, strong-minded

Since I began my practice as a VA, I have been determined to work diligently to improve the business lives of those I support administratively. Determined is an adjective that has been used to describe me in commendations and reviews with employers over the years. Now as I endeavor to grow my own business I call on that determination on many days as I do the harder work as a business owner .

You may be wondering, as you read these definitions, why I am blogging about “traits”. “Which Traits Are Yours?” is a reflective journey through my Personal Profile from the Anthony Robbins Companies. The profile, completed in 2009, states, “Behavioral research suggests that the most effective people are those who understand themselves, both their strengths and weaknesses, so they can develop strategies to meet the demands of their environment.”

The report measured these four dimensions of normal behavior:

how I respond to problems and challenges
how I influence others to my point of view
how I respond to the pace of the environment.
how I respond to rules and procedures set by others.

Analyzing behavioral style; that is, my manner of doing things, it measured my behavior and gave back some valuable information.

The traits I am exploring in “Which Traits Are Yours?” are the traits outlined in my profile, good and bad. I will endeavor, through my blog, to discuss them and how they relate to my business, my clients, partnerships, and how I am working to better the good, and improve the bad to grow as a person and solopreneur.

I have to say that I scored rather highly in the “Dominance” category. So, I started my query into my psyche in that arena: Demanding, Egocentric, Driving, Ambitious, Pioneering, Strong-Willed, Forceful, Determined, Aggressive, Competitive, Decisive, Venturesome, Inquisitive, Responsible. Great traits for a business owner in many ways (okay, maybe not egocentric). But traits to be careful and guarded with as a partner both in business and in life.

I am determined that through this process of discovery I will learn more not only about myself, but about my ideal client and the relationships I share with everyone that touches my life.