The other day, I wrote my work affirmations as an employee on a card to read them every day as part of my work-start-up ritual:

1. I am a leader, an initiator, an over-communicator, and a fast deliverer, and getting better and better at my job every day.
2. I am committed to communicating with all colleagues as clearly, effectively, and professionally as possible.
3. The more I give generously to others, the more I receive and the happier I feel.
4. I am expanding in abundance and success and inspiring others to do the same (credit: The Big Leap)

I am sharing them to inspire you to write your own. If you feel the sentence (I am) creates cognitive dissonance when you read it because you don’t believe you are there yet, I learned from Hal Elrod to say “I am committed to….” instead.

I keep other affirmations on a card at home regarding my relationships, creativity, home, and abundance. I choose one affirmation and write it a few times as part of my morning routine to remember it throughout the day. Repeating my affirmations in writing helps me remember them more.

I also love these my-own-business affirmations that my friend and business coach Muna Shakour is teaching on her page every week:

1. I trust myself to make the right decisions for my business.
2. I value my time and use it mindfully and respectfully.
3. The success (or failure) of my business is my responsibility and mine alone.
4. My business is a reflection of me. If I want it to grow, I must grow.
5. I have all the time I need to do the things that matter most. (I use a variation on this affirmation, I have the time, energy, and money to do the things that matter most).
6. I am my word and I keep my promises to myself.
7. I always bounce back stronger.

Which affirmation resonated with you the most?