It’s not what you know. It’s who you know. This often quoted phrase implies “networking” as the end-all, be-all. It doesn’t matter how smart I am or how experienced I am, all that matters is who I know. So I better get busy! Right? I said we were going to reframe networking using this phrase. Let’s start with the first part of the phrase. Networking: It is not what you know. We all take great …
I get lots of requests to help people with networking. Very often, I hear statements like: Can you talk about how to network when I am an introvert? How do I find time to network with my work and family duties? My manager says I need to build my network in the organization to get to the next level. How can I do that without appearing that I am just climbing the ladder? People say …
Determination – firmness of purpose; resoluteness. Persistence – firm or obstinate continuance in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition. There is a difference here, yes? Subtle… and yet a difference. Determination and Persistence: Both Are Required for Success Determination is focus on the purpose. Persistence is the continuation of action around that purpose. Both are required for success. Determination brings the clarity of “I have decided,” while persistence describes the action …
Are you ready for your next best step? I thought I was… until a coaching session revealed a big issue. It was my issue – and nothing that anyone else could fix but me. I hadn’t recognized it until a coach pointed it out to me and it pervaded every area of my life. I Needed to Overcome Hesitation (but I didn’t know it yet). After years of not owning a horse, I now own …
Success is achieved by developing our strengths, not by eliminating our weaknesses. -Marilyn vos Savant Powerful partnering can benefit both parties. How do you pair up? Strengths are never used in a vacuum. Make the Most of Your Business Partnership You’ve seen countless examples in my articles where strengths have collided, been navigated or been effectively deployed in negotiation. When it comes to strengths, there is always a ripple effect. You may be wondering how …
It delights me to hear someone say “I know my strengths. I took the assessment and loved it.” Awesome! What are your Top Five? Long pause. “Intelligence, Connected, ummm…Related! Darn, I can’t remember the rest.” What does it take to own your strengths? More than simply taking the assessment. There are three key components: Self-awareness – I can see my talent and how it impacts me and others Self-expression – I am aware of the …