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Spontaneous or Methodical?

by LastingLifeSuccess
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I realize we have both of these components "built in" because of our human capacities. But lately the question of which of these traits is most dominate in my life has been reoccurring.

This is tough because I would like to claim both equally, but I know it isn't so. The pleasure of being spontaneous is pretty contagious but can also be darn disarming.

Okay, Okay! I guess I am more methodical than spontaneous. . . .You?
#methodical #spontaneous
  • Profile picture of the author konakid
    I try to be more methodical in my work, and spontaneous in my play. I think it's hard to succeed with a project if you don't plan it carefully and then stick to that plan. However, if you do that with everything in you life you turn out pretty boring.

    Reminds me of the movie Yes Man. I gotta try to be more like Jim Carrey, haha
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  • Profile picture of the author heavysm
    Used to be really spontaneous but am now methodical for my business. Everything is a split test and thought out rather than simply a spontaneous act. Planning most profit related things out in my life is definitely more methodical than anything else.

    Most spontaneous people i know are either haphazard, flaky or as when it comes to finances broke from "whim" based purchases.
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  • Profile picture of the author Cobaki
    When it comes to work, I am pure methodical. I need to carefully plan so I can minimize the risks I am taking. Planning also makes work less complicated. When working, one should be well-organized. Being spontaneous is ideal generally when you are trying to have fun. I guess being spontaneous works sometimes in business but you need to have a lot of luck.
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  • Profile picture of the author Odahh
    this and that not this or that ..

    i am methodical and spontaneous at the same time .

    i learn as many ways to get something done as possible ..so i can effectively change course depending on what is going on .
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  • Profile picture of the author mamadou douka
    Mamadou say remember people we need to have both under control so we can use them appropriately .
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  • Profile picture of the author QuelThalas
    it could be conditional. but i used to be more methodical then spontaneous, because my job told me to do so.
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  • Profile picture of the author Jason Kanigan
    Having a method gives you a repeatable process that you can understand and adjust.

    Being spontaneous usually requires you to have a large staff to compensate for sudden changes in direction.

    What areas/functions are you talking about?
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  • Profile picture of the author carnal
    Being methodical is the right approach, if you are looking for long term success.

    Being spontaneous is for those who love short term fame and glory.

    I will rather be a successful boring person than an entertaining loser.
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  • Profile picture of the author Ionizing Ideas
    Methodical is an approach you can build or create in life. It grows as you mature with time. Being Spontaneous is in-born. Correct me if am wrong. Methodical behavior gets you being more calculated, rigid which is good in working and serious parts of life, but when it comes to living, fun and being you.. one should be Spontaneous. Like Konakid said: methodical in my work, and spontaneous in my play..
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