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Are
you celebrating your life?
What
are you waiting for?
Most
of us have goals, short term and long term. Our 'To Do'
Lists of things we wish to accomplish are endless. But
in addition to your goals, have you identified what you
really want in your work life; and have you created your
vision?
Create
a vision - Be willing to play big
Ana Marie
Robertson was born in 1860 and grew up in a farm in upstate
New York. As a little girl she used berries and created
beautiful water colors. At the age of 10 she began working on
the farm picking apples and it wasn't until she was almost 70
that she began to paint watercolors again. She was
ready to pursue her passion and chose to put her energy into
her painting. Today we know her as the legendary Grandma
Moses.
At any
point you can change the direction of your life.
"It
is never too late to
become what you might have been". George
Eliot
IN
THE NEWS:
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For
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" Warriors
take chances. Like everyone else, they fear failing, but they
refuse to let fear control them."
Ancient Samurai
saying
The
Top 5 Political
Strategies.
In
today's competitive
business world, our skill sets and experience are just not
enough anymore. In my coaching practice, I see men
& woman who are competent and accomplished yet,
they are not where they want to be. One of the areas
that everyone benefits from is mastering the subtle art of politics.
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Socialize
effectively within your company. Be conscious
and aware at all times because you are being judged.
Humans judge, that's just the way it is.Create
opportunities for people to get to know you and like
you; be strategic about this. It is your career.
This enhances your chances of being noticed &
promoted. If you appear aloof people tend to reject you.
Awareness of your facial expressions, being willing to
be the first to meet and greet, checking in with staff
above and around you, joining the occasional lunch with
coworkers, asking your boss what you can do for him or
her can keep you in good standing. When clients
are worried about their job security, I often work with
them on building internal relationships which isn't
comfortable for everyone. In fact, some clients
are so busy focusing on their jobs that they hadn't
realized how important the little 'niceties' were!
Good politicking builds loyalty for you with the right
people.
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Network,
network, network, within your organization, your
community and your field.
This puts you in a position to
hear of opportunities and be there at the right time. For
a free list of the Top Ten Networking Tips email me at: harvey@carolinabusinesscoach.com
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Be
your own best advocate. You need to
create good buzz about yourself. Just because you
have done a good job, don't assume that your
expertise is evident. Some people have the
attitude that if they put their 'nose to the grindstone'
and work diligently, they will be rewarded. It
doesn't work that way. This is not bragging, it is
reinforcing your strengths to others. Create your own
message or someone else will.
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Always
make sure you are part of the solution and not the
problem. Be seen as having a positive attitude. People
don't want to be engaged by continual complainers
and bearers of bad news. Learn how to deliver the
message so that others can hear you; I work with clients
on this alot.
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Learn
how to have crucial conversations. There is an
art to delivering difficult information. Learn how
to communicate effectively with all levels of people in
the organization. As I said in #1, communicating with
subordinates and your peers is only part of the
necessary skill set. How to communicate effectively with
people at all levels of an organization is
essential for your future success.
For
a free introductory coaching session, contact Carolina
Business Coach.
Questions?
Comments? Let us know.
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