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Make Time to Connect with Your Colleagues

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You’re busy at work, but it’s important that you make time to connect with your colleagues. Here’s how to build connection opportunities into the flow of your workday.

First, take some time at the beginning of meetings for an unstructured catch-up. You don’t need to spend the whole time on personal updates, but reserving even five minutes to ask about a coworker’s recent vacation, new puppy, or child’s graduation can make a big difference.

Next, use your transitional break times to informally socialize: Grab a bite to eat with colleagues over your lunch break once or twice a week; set up a 15-minute virtual coffee chat with a coworker you rarely get a chance to see in person; or make informal phone calls during your commute to work. Even a five- to 10-minute conversation with a colleague can increase your rapport and, more importantly, show them that you care.

Finally, don’t underestimate the power of virtual messaging. Consider pinging your work buddy at times when you would have said “Hello!” in the office—like when you’re waiting for a meeting to start or taking a break for lunch.

Casual vs. Due Diligence

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Casual efforts alone rarely lead to success. While informal discussions with friends can be a wellspring of inspiration, they’re just the starting point for you. Without the subsequent application of due diligence—rigorous research and committed effort—ideas remain nothing more than potential. It’s crucial for you to remember that generating ideas is merely a fraction of the journey toward accomplishment. What truly sets you apart is not just the novelty of your ideas, but your capacity to apply diligence.

Valuing yourself for more than just generating casual ideas is crucial. Instead, recognizing the significance of your diligence and dedication to the task at hand is what truly distinguishes you. This emphasis on thoroughness ensures that ideas aren’t just left in the realm of thought, but are pursued and realized, ultimately leading to meaningful success.

What’s the expected?

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If u can’t communicate to yourself and others what’s ur expectations…it’s impossible to achieve.

So the first move is to know what’s ur expectations with you!

Second is to set others’ expectations according to yours

And then set the final action plan.

As soon as we have done this half our work is completed towards whatever we are expecting.

Clarity of purpose fuels success…

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In the vibrant city of Bangalore, there lived a man named Raj. Each day, with the rising sun, he would greet the world armed with a meticulously crafted to-do list, ready to take on the day’s challenges. This routine had become a yearly tradition, yet he couldn’t shake the feeling of being trapped in a cycle of incremental progress.

One bright morning, as he gazed out of his window at the dawning day, a wave of introspection washed over him. He questioned himself, “Why, despite my efforts, do I seem to be standing still? Why haven’t I achieved what I aspire to?”

Raj pondered these questions, seeking answers within himself. Was it a lack of hard work? No, he worked diligently day in and day out. Was it a dearth of connections or a fear of past failures? Again, he concluded, it wasn’t.

As he delved deeper into his thoughts, it dawned on him. The missing piece wasn’t effort, history, or connections—it was a clear, unwavering goal, a singular vision, a defined direction that pulsed with purpose.

With newfound determination, Raj set out to uncover this elusive vision. He knew that within this clarity lay the key to his ultimate success. It wouldn’t come easy; he would need to battle doubt, navigate uncertainty, and forge his own path. Yet, he was willing to fight for it.

Weeks turned into months, and slowly but surely, the mist of uncertainty began to lift. Raj’s vision crystallized, and he embraced it with fervor. With each step forward, he could feel the energy and momentum building.

In the end, it wasn’t merely luck that guided him. It was the unwavering focus on that one goal, that one vision, that propelled him forward. The city around him buzzed with life, but within Raj, there was a quiet, resolute force propelling him toward his destiny.

And as time passed, Raj’s journey became a testament to the power of having a clear purpose. He learned that in the grand tapestry of life, it’s not just about crossing off tasks on a list, but about channeling your energy towards a singular, meaningful direction. It’s in this pursuit that true success is found.

Think in Percentages…

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When we think of success or failure in anything in life we think it’s black and white. So we either fail or succeed in it. But in life, it is not always black and white, you may succeed more in some of the events or fail more in some.

It is somewhere in the middle, when we start on something it is close to failure, and as we keep working, it moves toward success. In the end, it is more toward success than failure.

Hence we should think and work in terms of percentages. For example, if you have a presentation, think about how can you make it 50% successful, then how to make it 60% successful by working hard..and so on…

This outlook helps us to be realistic rather than committing ourselves as a perfectionist and getting scared to even attempt it. So start thinking in terms of percentages and try to improve your percentages of success in your destined areas.

Favorable Issues…

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There will always be issues in life, choose which issues you want to tackle, and which issues you can face well.

And move toward these favorable issues.

Identify the 5 Types of Problem-Solvers on Your Team

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Are you frustrated with your team’s ability to solve problems? If you consistently feel like your team isn’t working together effectively as decision-makers and problem-solvers, it could be because you don’t understand their problem-solving styles. To set your employees up for success, start by categorizing them into five profiles, and recognizing their unique strengths and weaknesses. Then you can pair them accordingly to optimize their performance.

  • The adventurer. This employee confidently and optimistically follows their intuition, making decisions quickly—sometimes too quickly.
  • The detective. This thorough coworker is methodical, and driven by data & evidence. As such, they may undervalue intuition and collaboration.
  • The listener. This collaborative and trusting decision-maker works well with their colleagues. However, they often find it challenging to tune into their own opinions or express viewpoints that might be at odds with others.
  • The thinker. This is your colleague who thrives on identifying multiple paths and possible outcomes. They’re thoughtful, cautious decision-makers who like to know their options. The downside? Their desire to understand the “why” behind a decision can slow things down.
  • The visionary. This creative coworker sees pathways others don’t. They have a big vision but may fall prey to scarcity bias, overvaluing outside-the-box solutions and undervaluing the obvious ones.
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