There is a secret weapon in the “giving helpful feedback” strategy…
Your Feedback Ratio – What is it?
Category: Success Strategies
Monday Motivator: Praise does wonders for…
“Praise does wonders for …
Stop Using the Phrase “Constructive Criticism”!
Full disclosure, I absolutely HATE the words “constructive criticism.” I think that they are not only an oxymoron, but they are overused, misused, and misunderstood.
Monday Motivator: Correction Vs Encouragement
“Correction does much, but encouragement does more.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Another version of the carrot vs the stick. Which actions do you take?
Monday Motivator: Bob Nelson’s Wisdom
“Take time to appreciate employees and they will reciprocate in a thousand ways.” – Dr. Bob Nelson The biggest challenge is MAKING the time… It pays!
Praise: A Free Gift of Energy
I’ll bet you could tell me exactly the last time when someone gave you a meaningful compliment. In fact, I’ll bet you can remember exactly what the person said that … Continue reading Praise: A Free Gift of Energy
Monday Motivator: Zig’s Wisdom, once again…
“A goal properly set is halfway reached.” -Zig Ziglar Yes, the more clear you are about the destination, the more focused you can be about getting there. …great thought to … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Zig’s Wisdom, once again…
Monday Motivator: Henry Ford on How to Build Reputation
Here is your Monday Food for Thought (FTT): “You can’t build a reputation on what you are going to do.” –Henry Ford This speaks to the value of your actions, … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Henry Ford on How to Build Reputation
Monday Motivator: The Value of Difficulties
“Difficulties are meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong by conflict.”– William Ellery Channing Your thought or the week – Let’s not let our difficulties … Continue reading Monday Motivator: The Value of Difficulties
Want to Increase your Self-confidence? Talk Yourself into It.
We all struggle at times with self-confidence. A lack of confidence can keep you from reaching your goals, keep you from doing things you want to do, keep you from … Continue reading Want to Increase your Self-confidence? Talk Yourself into It.
It’s OK to NOT Know…
One of my mentors years ago admonished our team to “not ask a question if you already know the answer.” At first we thought he was crazy–why would we ever … Continue reading It’s OK to NOT Know…
