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What is on your to be list? To be(e) or not to be that is the question, isn't it? Before adding the e = energy and going from a state of to be to a state of making a bee, it is essential to check in on the me. "If gratefulness is your attitude it will become your fortitude." Torben Being in the present is a true superpower a lot of busy professionals seem to have forgotten. We are all, well, almost all: - busy professional bees making honey - a bit lost in the game - overly rational and me centric - avoiding deeper reflections - riding waves of materialisms - chasing an ideal identity I stumbled across this to be list and it deeply resonated with me and my clients. It is this peace of mind we all, well, almost all, (sub)consciously chase. Here are my top hacks Take nothing personally. Take everything as impulses. Deep why everything. When bad things happen take them as chances to change your attitude and behaviour. Wear glasses of positivity and turn them into productivity. I adore and incorporated the Can Do, lets go American attitude into my behavuoural DNA. I focus on things I can change and derive my positive energy for actively looking for glimmers (small things that cause joy, a Baby smiling, birds flying, a sunset, a casual conversation, a funny tik tok share). What do you do to be?

I value friendship. It’s more than just hanging out and having fun. It’s about loyalty, trust, and emotional support. It plays a big role in my life both personally and professionally. But there's more: ? Good friends are trustworthy and empathetic. ? These qualities are key in collaboration at work. ? Strong friendships can boost employee morale and engagement. Nothing has changed; friendship is still essential. BUT... Now I know how to cultivate it effectively in both personal and professional settings. Here are 7 simple tips to cultivate better friendships: 1. ???????????????? ????????-????????????????????: Share personal stories to foster deeper connections. 2. ???????????????? ?????????????? ??????????????: Stay in touch to strengthen bonds and networks. 3. ???????? ??????????????????????: Forgive mistakes to build a supportive atmosphere. 4. ?????????? ????????: When needed, help your friends move forward. 5. ???????? ????????????????????????: Be grateful for your friend being there. 6. ?????????????????? ??????????????????: Acknowledge and celebrate each other’s wins. 7. ???????? ???????????????????????? ????????????????: Help each other grow with honest feedback. Friendship is powerful. It enriches our lives and workplaces when we nurture it properly. ?????? ?? ???????????? ?????? ???????? ?? ???????????????????? ???? ???????? ????????.

Character is the most valuable asset you can't buy. Yet, you can build it daily. What are signs of people with strong character? Let's bust some myths: ? Myth: They do anything it takes to get ahead ? Fact: They stand by their word, even when it's hard ? Myth: They don't make mistakes ? Fact: They own their mistakes and learn from them ? Myth: They always stay calm ? Fact: They practice self-control, even under pressure ? Myth: They're perfect ? Fact: They act with integrity, flaws and all ? Myth: They're stubborn ? Fact: They keep an open mind to new ideas ? Myth: They don't face challenges ? Fact: They face challenges with courage ? Myth: They're above others ? Fact: They treat everyone with respect So what does this mean in the business world? 1. Your word is your bond 2. Mistakes are chances to grow 3. Self-control wins the day 4. Integrity builds trust 5. Open minds find solutions 6. Courage beats comfort 7. Respect earns loyalty It's not about being perfect. It's about making the right choices, one decision at a time. In a world of shortcuts, character is the long game that always wins. Are you ready to play? ?? Repost this to help others be more productive. And follow Dr. Christian Poensgen for more.

7 Toxic career tips you should never take? (and what to do instead) I’ve come across many pieces of advice. Some can do more harm than good. Here are some common pieces of career advice to be cautious of: 1. ? Always say yes to every opportunity?? ???? Saying yes to everything can lead to burnout and resentment?? ???? Learn to set boundaries and prioritise opportunities that align with your goals. 2. ? Climb the ladder at all costs?? ???? Prioritising advancement over personal well-being can lead to career regret?? ???? Focus on long-term fulfilment, not just short-term gains. Consider lateral moves that align with your interests. 3. ? Work harder, not smarter?? ???? Grinding without purpose leads to exhaustion and inefficiency?? ???? Focus on smart strategies, delegation, and productivity tools to get more done without burning out. 4. ? If you’re not miserable, you’re not pushing hard enough?? ???? Equating misery with success can lead to mental health issues and a toxic work environment?? ???? Balance ambition with self-care. Success doesn’t require suffering. 5. ? Job hopping is career suicide?? ???? Staying in one place out of fear can stagnate growth?? ???? Be strategic about changing jobs—explore new opportunities that offer personal growth and advancement. 6. ? Stay quiet to avoid conflict?? ???? Suppressing your voice can stifle innovation and leave important issues unaddressed?? ???? Practise assertive communication and speak up in a respectful and constructive way. 7. ? Your job should be your life?? ???? Workaholism erodes work-life balance and can negatively impact your health and relationships?? ???? Prioritise work-life balance by making time for hobbies, family, and self-care. Your career is your journey, not a destination.?? Choose paths that inspire and empower you for lasting success. What’s the worst piece of career advice you’ve ever received??? How did you overcome it? Let me know in the comments below! ?? P.S. Found this helpful? Repost to help others make better career choices. ?? And follow Véronique Barrot for more. ??Join thousands of others who get leadership, personal & professional growth insights and get 70+ high-value resources (Free): https://lnkd.in/eYX8aMwb Let's foster positive change in people and organisations globally.

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Like many leaders, I have a strong bias for action. It’s a superpower and a major vulnerability. Going deep into emotional intelligence coaching has helped me balance this. The “trick” that’s helped me is recognizing that slowing down IS a form of action. Sitting with my own and others’ feelings IS action. Listening deeply IS action. Way back, David Tubley shared a funny secret for empathy: “Don’t just do something, sit there!” Sitting with our own and others’ emotions can seem awkward, slow, unclear, messy…. And goes against how many of us are trained to find solutions fast: instead, what if we slow down enough to find the real solutions? This image is from a fab series on Six Seconds’ IG: 6secondseq

Did you know humming is naturally relaxing? ?? The vibrations in our throat from humming activate the nerve that carries signals from the brain to the body. This nerve helps us to soothe ourselves and calm our bodies after we’ve been in stressful situations, so we can better manage big feelings. By humming for 10 seconds or more, both children and adults can soothe their minds and bodies. Share this video with children and try humming along together! More self-soothing strategies and emotional well-being resources are available on our website: https://lnkd.in/e_9iYMfr #EmotionalWellbeing #Resources