New Attitude?
Following is a popular blog post that appeared last July. It should help you cultivate your new attitude!
I’ve never met someone who admits they have a bad or negative attitude. I have met many managers and supervisors who wish their employees had a more positive attitude. Attitude is a powerful tool as a manager or employee. It is something that is completely under your own control and has a profound effect on others.
It is easier to have a positive attitude if you realize that everything is good, even the bad stuff. If bad… Continue reading
New Job?
The month of May is devoted to NEW ideas and opportunities. I’ve had many clients who want to find a new job. Embarking on a job search can be a daunting task. Sometimes it’s hard to know where to begin. Here are some tips to get you started.
Tip 1: The resume. This seems to be a stumbling block for many. The key is to start writing. For each position you’ve held, identify what was unique about your contribution in the position. How did the organization benefit from your performance? … Continue reading
Letting go!
Last year I wrote about one of two clients who shared a similar experience – letting go of an anchor that was keeping them tied down. The result has surprised them both. Anchors in our lives can keep us grounded and can provide a sense of permanence. Anchors can also weigh us down and hold us back.
Here’s what happened:
Anchor Marsha developed a friendship with her manicurist, Sally. During her monthly manicure they would talk and have a good time. Soon they were sharing personal information as friends often do. The friendship… Continue reading
New People
There are people you haven’t met or don’t know very well almost everywhere you go. Reaching out and meeting new people can be a rich experience. There are new ideas and experiences that you may not have thought possible. What seems exotic or special to you may be common place to someone else. Here are some tips on meeting new people:
Tip 1: Set a goal. At every networking event or business meeting I would set a goal of meeting at least five new people I didn’t know or didn’t know well. I… Continue reading
Relationships
This is a post that first appeared in May of 2012. It was very popular and falls into our theme for the month – devoted to building relationship. Enjoy the repeat!
The ability to build and leverage a network of relationships is the best predictor of leadership success, according to a recent article in Fast Company. Relationship building is one of those skills that isn’t taught in schools or part of training people receive when they become managers.
Many of you were tapped for leadership positions because of your strong individual skills and knowledge. Making the… Continue reading
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