“We never listen when we are eager to speak.” ==Francois de la Rochefoucauld How CAN you listen if you are thinking of what you want to say? Give the speaker … Continue reading Monday Motivator about Why We Don’t Listen
“Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something.” —Plato How do you decide? What does this quote mean to you?
“Instead of saying “I don’t have time” try saying “it’s not a priority,” and see how that feels.” –Laura Vanderkam Or better yet, see how people respond… Sometimes, it is … Continue reading Monday Motivator on How to Communicate Your Priorities
Don’t aim for success if you want it; just do what you love and believe in, and it will come naturally. –David Frost Are you following your passion? Are you … Continue reading Monday Motivator by David Frost
Correction does much, but encouragement does more. –Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Which do you do more of? Which works better? This speaks to your leadership style, doesn’t it?
The more you communicate, the better chance you have to motivate others. Encouragement. Validation. Support. High Fives. These are all communications that can positively motivate those around you. If your … Continue reading A Tip on Motivation…
Perpetual optimism is a force multiplier. –Colin Powell Gut check. How optimistic are you? Is it perpetual? Is your optimism motivational to others?
Debrief your motivation. What motivates you? When are you most motivated? What is present when you have positive energy about a task? In the coaching world, self-knowledge is a key … Continue reading Success Tip: Debrief Your Motivation
An employee’s motivation is a direct result of the sum of interactions with his or her manager. –Bob Nelson What do you think of this quote? How can it apply … Continue reading Monday Motivator on Interacting with your Staff
When someone does something good, applaud! You will make two people happy. –Samuel Goldwyn This is a leadership strategy that is SO easy to employ. Be champion for others … Continue reading Monday Motivator on the Power of Applause
Winners make a habit of manufacturing their own positive expectations in advance of the event. –Brian Tracy This speaks to the power of vision, doesn’t it? When you anticipate something … Continue reading Monday Motivator by Brian Tracy
