Friday, June 13, 2008
Where Is Your Mindset?
"Attitude is everything.” This is a mantra repeated by many corporate cheerleaders - usually with roots in the Human Resources department. Managers typically struggle in hiring employees with the right mindset for their organization’s culture. It’s so much easier to interview around technical skills and experience. But, how do you determine the “attitude” of a candidate and if they are a “fit” for your company?
My first recommendation from the employers perspective is for you to seek legal counsel advice on fair hiring practices. It is your responsibility to protect yourself and the organization, and give equal consideration to all qualified applicants. There is excellent training available on this topic so be sure and take advantage of it. However, I’m less concerned about the employers perspecitve.
How do you “show up” in daily interactions? Is your glass half-full or half-empty? How do you eliminate the fear, doubt, and worry (The Terrible 3) in order to accomplish all you need to? Here are some tips that have helped me achieve success:
1. Be in tune to those things you DESIRE. Why would you spend time on things you don’t enjoy and bring you down?
2. Determin a GOAL and FOCUS on the end result. Be sure and do any necessary research, if needed.
3. Picture yourself one year from today and you have not achieved your goal. How would you feel about that?
4. Surround yourself with trusted accountability partners who are a positive influence. These are the folks you call when the Terrible 3 show up.
5. Go on a media fast. Eliminate negative outside influences like TV and talk radio. People are attracted to bad news - don’t allow it into your thoughts.
The thoughts you focus on strongly impact your mindset and, therefore, influence the outcome. Want a different outcome? Change your mindset by creating an environment that supports you positively.
Until next time...life like you mean it!
Marjorie