Inertia is a concept that's crucial both in physics and in our lives. Often, we think of inertia as something that holds us back. But what if we could harness it to move forward?

Understanding Inertia

Inertia is the resistance to change in motion. In our lives, it's the force that keeps us doing what we're doing, or not doing. It's why starting something new can be so challenging. But once we start, inertia keeps us going.

Building New Inertia: Five Strategies

  1. Know Your 'Why': Understanding why you want to change or start something new is crucial. Your 'why' is the fuel for your inertia.
  2. Incorporate Fun and Enjoyment: Anything that's fun and enjoyable is easier to start and keep doing. Find ways to make your new endeavor fun.
  3. Turn Progress into a Game: Gamifying your progress can be a powerful motivator. Set small, achievable goals and celebrate when you reach them.
  4. Establish New Routines: Routine can be a powerful ally in building new inertia. Start with small changes and gradually build them into your daily life.
  5. Learn to Overcome Setbacks: Setbacks are inevitable, but they don't have to derail you. Each time you restart, you're strengthening your inertia.

Building new inertia isn't just about starting something; it's about maintaining the momentum. Remember, the hardest part is often just getting started. Once you overcome that initial resistance, inertia becomes your ally, helping you to continue moving forward. So, let's embrace inertia and use it to achieve our goals and make positive changes in our lives and work.

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Kevin Eikenberry is a recognized world expert on leadership development and learning and is the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group, and co-founder of Claridus. He has spent over 30 years helping organizations across North America, and leaders from around the world, to become better leaders, communicators, change agents, team members and more.

He has written, co-authored or contributed to nearly 20 books, including Flexible Leadership, From Bud to Boss, The Long-Distance thee book series and Remarkable Leadership. His LinkedIn Learning courses have helped over 1 million professionals around the world become more confident and successful.

Twice he has been named by Inc.com as one of the Top 100 Leadership and Management Experts in the World and 100 Great Leadership Speakers for Your Next Conference. The American Management Association named him a “Leaders to Watch” and he has been named four times as one of the World's Top 30 Leadership Professionals by Global Gurus. Top Sales World has named him a Top Sales & Marketing Influencer several times, and his blog and podcast are among the most influential in the leadership space.