Many people don’t always realize how being positive and using strategic problem solving can have a huge impact on their business. As human beings, we are not perfect and sometimes we have the tendency to become negative in our thinking and actions.
Fact; did you know that negative thinking and the actions that result from this cost companies $3 billion per year in the U.S. alone?
How can we ensure that we remain positive in our thinking and actions?
There is a very effective road map that I would like to share with you. By no means will change occur overnight, having said that, if you are able to implement one strategy per day, per month you will start to see results. Just like weight loss, anything worth having does take time.
Step 1: Define the situation.
By understanding the current “problem” you are faced with you will be more able to easily handle it.
Step 2: Self talk.
What are you telling yourself about the current situation you are facing? Are you on one hand saying to your team, “don’t worry, this can be easily resolved,” while at the same time internally you are really thing, “there is no way I can fix this.” Self-talk is extremely important to watch.
Step 3: Desired outcome.
Once you have clearly defined your situation you need to think of a solution. It’s important to be able to see the light at the end of the tunnel. What is your goal for the problem you are facing?
Step 4: Positive traits.
By following steps 1 through 3 you will be creating a positive environment. If those around you, whether they be management or co-workers, start to recognize your positive and realistic attitude, they will start to develop the same habits and thought processes.
Step 5: Practice, practice, practice.
As a former teacher, it was very important for me to have my lesson plans ready ahead of time. It was very unrealistic for me to create activities on the fly. By preparing and practicing the different questions that my students could have, I would be a better teacher. Likewise, in business, it’s important to “role play” the different outcomes so that you are prepared for the best or the worst.
Step 6: Go.
Once you have understood the situation, you have your goals set and you have practiced what can occur, now is the time to put everything in action. As someone who is well versed in lesson planning, I do highly recommend a plan of execution. It will allow you to be clear and have others see your vision as well.
Step 7: Review.
This is the chance where you get to learn from the decisions and actions you have taken. Were your goals achieved? If not, what can you next time to make them a success?
I wish you all the success in the world. Now go out and BE the difference!
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