Say “Yes, If …” Instead of “No, Because …”
When people ask for assistance, resources, or information, our response often reveals our attitude. Especially telling is when we respond without thought.
Communications
Dealing with Micromanagers
In their defense, they are often smart and experienced. They know a lot about what works and what doesn’t. But how much joy is it to always be told what to do? How demotivating is it to rarely use your own ideas or perform tasks the way you would like to do them?
Talking vs Asking
Do you think talking versus asking and listening is an important distinction? Does it really matter if someone likes to do most of the talking? If the answer isn’t clear, here are a few circumstances to consider:
Leading by Pulling vs Pushing
Guess what improvement area people want help with most often? Communications. Why? Great communicators are the best leaders. They are the most influential and persuasive. They build the highest performing organizations. They make the most money.
Your Introduction Speech
What you say in your introduction will depend on many factors including your level of responsibility and what you were hired to accomplish.
