Sometimes its hard to Generate enthusiasm for getting new ideas. And in today's ever changing world, we need to be constantly looking for new ways to perform, make a difference around us, and just be motivated. These steps help me through this challenge: Get connected with your own passion and
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04/28/2008
What would happen if we had the 5 P's outlined below? Its not what happens to us that make up who we are. Its how we respond to what happens to us that matters in the end. May we all strive to have the 5 P's in our life, in every area in our life. Purposeful - Have a strong sense of purpose -
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04/27/2008
The Do's & Don'ts of Influencing OthersDo'sDon'tsGet Feedback from othersBe too PoliticalHold firm to your position Be a DictatorCreate AlliancesClose downSpeak Credibly - Always be honestLet your Ego WinAlign YourselfFudge FactsIf we focus on the do's, this will help us avoid the don'ts. My fav
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04/27/2008
where at least I know I'm free." One of the best songs every written. I'm thankful on this last Sunday of April to be an American by citizenship, Albanian by nationality, and a Christian by faith. My family moved here 38 years ago, from former Jugoslavia, in the mountains of Montenegro, near t
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04/27/2008
Build a foundation for influence before you need it. This is how you know if you have the power to influence others.Do what you can do to help others out.Treat people respectfully even if you disagree with or don't particularly want to be around them. (That means every person you meet.)Build a
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04/24/2008
What are the steps in determining whether a problem is worth solving? Before you commit to it, that is.Determine "Is this a good use of our time?"Determine "Do we have the right staff to follow through on this problem?"Determine "Do we have the resources to resolve this issue?"Determine "Is this
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04/22/2008
Use the motivational approach when your team members seem bored or lack enthusiasm, then you need to inspire them to reach their best performance by encouraging them to have renewed interest, excitement, or enthusiasm for their job roles. •· Set a positive example of an enthusiastic, energetic
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04/19/2008
The Do'sThe Don'tsPositive Actions:•- Remember this isn't about you•- Stay centered and exercise self-control•- Choose your response•- Ask questions•- Be assertive and stand for your rights•- Negotiate•- Let them vent - acknowledge the other
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04/17/2008
The collaborative approach is when you need to work with a team to generate new solutions together, share ideas openly, find common ground or areas of shared understanding, develop better working relationships with the team, or build trust. 1. Hold frequent collaborative sessions and informal te
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04/17/2008
We all need to WORK HARD. Working hard doesn't always mean working more hours to be successful. Its about working and having something to show for it. You have to know WHERE your work is going. You have to know what GOALS you're working towards. Without clear goals for your hard work, you'll
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04/15/2008
