Your New Power Word

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Last week I had a phone conversation with Bobby Herrera, an entrepreneur, author, and upcoming speaker at Virtual LeaderCon (register for free here). One of the things we talked about was the power of a particular word.? This word can change your perspective, your focus, and your attitude.? Perhaps in this time of uncertainty about the future of work and so much more, this word this might be the best possible word for you to focus on personally and professionally.

Can you guess the word?

Hint – You’ve read it four times in this article already.

The word is… AND.

When things are challenging it is easy to focus on the challenge or the negative. Sharing that negative with others can often lead to commiseration, agreement, and a reinforcement of that negative feeling.? Misery, after all, seems to love company.

While the challenges are real, when we stay focused on them, we are likely missing a valuable perspective.? The solution?

AND

Some Examples

Turnover is high, everyone is talking about #TheGreatResignation - and that means there are opportunities to add great members to your team.

It is hard to collaborate without standing around a whiteboard - and is the whiteboard really what drives the collaboration?

Constantly being on a webcam is hard on my eyes and soul – and it is good to see a smile on someone’s face to know my message is being heard. (Would you have preferred a virus to change our work when all we had was a fax machine and a phone?)

The lack of social interaction and isolation is a problem - and people have felt isolated in a crowded room. Is it just about working from home?

I could go on, but you can make your own list as easily as I can.

The next time you are languishing in your challenges or concerns, apply the power word:

AND

Applying the Power Word

Look for the other side of the coin. Look for the opportunity that comes with the challenge.? Consider something valuable that can be learned from the situation.

If we languish in the uncertainty and don’t lift our heads up, we will never see the new choices, the forks in the road and the opportunities to be positive and proactive.

And,

If you want less negativity around you from others, you can apply the power word in conversations. You can acknowledge people’s feelings/concerns/worries and help them see the other side of their coin too.

And is a mindset.

And is a habit.

In the midst of challenge and uncertainty and is a powerful way to look forward and make your future of work a better one for everyone far into the future.

Enjoy the rest of your week – and the links to the resources below that will support your preparation and learning.? One or more may be just what you need to help you create Remarkable Results.

You are Remarkable!

Kevin ??

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