Are You Roao?

By Author: Arthur R. Barnes
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Elly are you ROAO? I asked my friend. What the hell are you talking about? she says.
Laughter overwhelmed me.

My laughter only added fuel to the fire. She then asks in a stern
Tone of voice what the f*&$ does ROAO mean? I paused for around five seconds because I am not used to her speaking this way.

While each second ticks away, the pit bull of suspense locks its jaws upon Elly, shaking her forcibly against her will. An explanation is what she wanted. I owe you an explanation as well.

However, before explaining this enigma let me assure you this question is vital to how you live the rest of your life. That is a long time. I have your complete attention now. I am so glad you are paying absolute attention to these words.

So without further or do here's what the question means. Are you ROAO (Pronounced Ro-Ah-O)? The acronym stands for reaction-oriented or action-oriented. After reveling the meaning Elly hopped on it quicker than a brand new pair of pumps.

I know what type of person she is but I wanted to know if she knew. We disagreed upon ...
... her given answer. In fact, she became upset because I called her reaction-oriented. I could only make this assessment from knowing how she relates to life.

Are you ROAO? Do you know which one of these fits you best? You should.

People are quick to tell you they are action-oriented before proclaiming they are reaction-oriented. When things happen in life we adjust our normal routine to roll against the punches.

By letting our circumstances compel us to dance to the beat of their drum reminds me of westerns-when they shoot at peoples feet saying you betta dance.

This cannot be action oriented at all.

Let me address reaction-oriented people first. Knowing what you want out of life by attempting to go out to get it does not make you action oriented.

A reaction-oriented person lives the majority of their lives in response to what is happening in their lives. They have a reaction- orientated mentality. They respond to the hand life dishes them trying to make the best of it.

For instance, Ted works a job for couple of years, never developing new skills and they fire him from his position.

He decides to collect unemployment, go back to school, enhance his skills, and develop new talents to stay in his present field. Ted has been heartbroken several times. He usually neglects relationships. When he goes through his lonely phase, he occasionally dates. Is Ted reaction-oriented or action-oriented?

I am sure you figured it out. That was easy. We can be honest when evaluating someone else. We need to exercise the same honesty in our own case. How you choose to lead your life is up to you?

Are you tired of your problems holding you at gunpoint shouting, You better dance! Then don't just stand there, do something about it.

I lived the majority of my life being reaction-oriented. What a waste. In November1998, I began living a reaction-oriented life. I decided to kick the reaction-oriented habit right off the cliff. My whole life changed at that very moment. I aligned my life in a way to be all about action.

Making the change now will save you time, effort, and bring worthy rewards. Tomorrow is a dream until you make it there.

The action-oriented person makes moves towards making things happen for themselves. They are driven trailblazers. An action-oriented person acts with optimism analyzing the pitfalls that pessimist show them. This particular pattern consists of analyzing, executing, and applying trouble-shooting skills when problems manifest themselves.

For instance, Bob wants to buy a new house. He has already done research on the available houses for sale. He consults his real estate owner friend, who helps him find a great property in a nice neighborhood. He applies the principles shown to him by his friend and acquires beachfront property for no money down. Later on, Bob is able to sell the same property for three times its value to a land developer. He is now able to secure a dream house as well as another piece of property.

I ask you again are you ROAO? Being action-oriented works better in your favor than being reaction-oriented. It opens doors for you to receive better deals and makes you more prosperous. Until you make this adjustment, you will never become all that you can become in life. Take action now to become action oriented.

You know the saying for every action there is a reaction. Make sure you are making the action happen so you will receive rewarding reactions. Always remember you reap what you sow.
















About the author:

Arthur R. Barnes is Director of Advertising & Circulation for Judaism Journal and Subscriptions Manager of Congress Monthly magazine. He is the proud father of two teenagers, Arthur and Amanda. Currently Mr. Barnes lives in Rosedale, New York with his son Arthur. In his spare time he is a freelance writer,copywriter, and a publicist. You can visit his website at www.arthurrbarnes.terrashare.com