Three Daily VerbsHabits that apply to all of us
Three Daily Habits that apply to us all
As recent graduates are starting to consider the next phase of their lives, as individuals whose jobs were impacted by the changes implemented due to the Coronavirus consider what’s next for them, and as people all across the country consider what’s next for their career and how to propel themselves into success, the topic of “universal” advice comes up. What words of advice could one offer to a young person now as they start their career, that would be equally valuable to a mid-career job seeker, or a person seeking a new start in a different career?
I’ve landed on three verbs, three daily habits, that apply to all of us. These would likely be included in a commencement address, if I were ever asked to offer such a thing. So, in the spirit of the season, I offer these three ideas that, when applied daily, can help launch any individual forward in any career they choose.
1 – Practice Emotional Intelligence.You won’t get it perfect, but every day you can keep practicing; in the same way that doctors practice medicine, even when you’re good at it, just keep practicing Self-Awareness, Self-Management, Other-Awareness, and Relationship Management.
2 – Express Gratitude. Gratitude keeps us humble, and humility is a critical characteristic in the ideal team player. Gratitude keeps us focused on the positive. But more than that, we've got to actually make time daily to talk about what we're grateful for. Expressing gratitude to others helps them feel valued.
3 – Make the Communication About Them. Communication is critical to our success, it’s harder than we think it should be, and takes more time than we think it should. More than either of those, communication is about the other person. Send your communication in a way that puts the needs of the receiver first. When you receive a message, make sure to close the loop with the sender. |
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