{"id":12240,"date":"2018-06-21T11:46:27","date_gmt":"2018-06-21T11:46:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scottburrows.com\/?p=3995"},"modified":"2018-06-21T11:46:27","modified_gmt":"2018-06-21T11:46:27","slug":"turning-impossible-to-im-possible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scottburrows.319heads.com\/turning-impossible-to-im-possible\/","title":{"rendered":"Turning \u201cImpossible\u201d to \u201cI\u2019m Possible\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"
The things we do and tell ourselves have a significant impact on our daily lives. If you choose to wallow in negative thoughts, it can impact your self-esteem.<\/p>\n
Similarly, if you choose to let go of past resentment and start anew, you can transform your life.<\/p>\n
It can be tempting to dwell over minor, insignificant details. From an in-the-moment comment a colleague made to some ill-timed criticism, we let minor things get in the way of success.<\/p>\n
Dealing with our emotions when faced with adversity can be challenging, but when you focus on the bigger picture, you\u2019re able to gain control.<\/p>\n
Here are a few ways small but significant actions can help you professionally:<\/p>\n
Never<\/i><\/em>, ever<\/i><\/em>\u00a0let a he-said-she-said situation get in the way of your success. When dealing with a frustrating client or a difficult teammate, remain calm. It\u2019s easier said than done, but it will save you from a mountain of stress.<\/p>\n Don\u2019t engage in office politics. Communicate your concerns professionally and objectively. This is the best way to diffuse a situation that can escalate and turn into something big. Communication is the key to successful relationships.<\/p>\n When dealing with angry clients, ask the client for specifics\u2014to elaborate on what they want. If it doesn\u2019t work out, ask your manager to take over and look into it.<\/p>\n We all get bitten by the procrastination bug from time to time. However, if you let it become a part of your everyday routine, it can jeopardize your professional growth.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Working on challenging projects isn\u2019t something everyone enjoys, but prioritizing and creating a to-do list can help you avoid stress. When you come into work, plan out your day after taking your coffee break.<\/p>\n Tackle the difficult tasks first so you\u2019re not left with a stressful workload at the end of the day.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re working on an overwhelming project, take 15-minute breaks every 2 hours.<\/p>\n This will make it easier for you to manage your day.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re constantly arriving late to work, it can become a matter of unprofessionalism. Time yourself. Set your alarm at least half an hour earlier.<\/p>\n After you make these changes, you\u2019ll start seeing the positive effects of changing your habits.<\/p>\n Email smart. Many people don\u2019t have time to check all of their email. Receiving a dozen emails about minor issues can be frustrating. If you need something urgent, do it in person.<\/p>\n Furthermore, learn about the rules of emailing<\/u><\/a>\u00a0so you don\u2019t come off as rude or abrupt to your manager, clients and colleagues.<\/p>\n Sometimes things don\u2019t go the way we plan. Accept change even if you don\u2019t agree to it. Chances are you will get the opportunity to learn from such situations.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a chance to grow and learn as an individual. It will help polish your skills and provide you with an opportunity to gain new perspectives. As professionals, we will have to work with all types of people.<\/p>\n You don\u2019t have to like them or agree with them, but accepting them as different individuals can help make working with them easier.<\/p>\n It\u2019s understandable that you have high expectations from your professional relationships, but keeping your expectations low will help make things easier. You\u2019ll be able to deal with all types of situations and prepare yourself mentally.<\/p>\n Remember that people never react the way we expect them to.<\/p>\n It\u2019s not easy dealing with pressures at work and avoiding small situations that can have big impacts. If you\u2019re looking to learn more about how to better handle such situations, Scott Burrows<\/u><\/a>\u00a0is a professional\u00a0 motivational \u00a0keynote speaker<\/u><\/a>\u00a0who has helped countless individuals in sales over the years.<\/p>\nDelegate Tasks <\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Show Up Early <\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Work on Your Email Communication <\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Accept and Embrace Changes<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n
Keep Your Expectations Low<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n