The quote is most likely not his. Though often, it is attributed to him. Nonetheless, words of wisdom in today's world where we are quick to judge others instead of engaging in #conversation:
“I don't like that man. I must get to know him better.” Abraham Lincoln
In order for the world to #change, we must first change ourselves.
"Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.”
– Jelaluddin Rumi
Something to think about:
When asked, Warren Buffett (one of the financially wealthiest person in the world), shared that the greatest investment he ever made was in himself many years ago when he took a personal development course.
Are you investing in yourself?
Some people will have conversations about politics at work. The key is not to suppress voices but to help people have better interactions.
If you're a leader or part of a work team here are some tips on how to navigate conflicting political views:
hbr.org/2020/10/managing-a-t…
If it's good enough for the Navy Seals maybe it's good enough for you to try it out.
Check this tip out on developing a winning #mindset.
inc.com/tim-crino/how-to-dev…
Rumi had it right eons ago, "Out beyond the ideas of wrongdoing and righting is a field. I'll meet you there."
Working late? If you're a leader, in this case, the do as I say, not as I do approach may help. inc.com/alison-green/im-worr…
Want to avoid a toxic (or simply an environment where you can't speak your view) workplace?
Here are some powerful questions that will flag those difficult environments from the get-go.
#vtombuds #conflict
marketwatch.com/story/want-t…
Did you know? Since its inception 4 years ago an estimated 1740 total individuals have participated in one of the 77 keynotes, workshops & trainings @VT_VOICE has presented on topics such as leadership, conflict management and effective communication skills.
This happens all the time: Someone sets up a meeting and doesn't specify what the conversation is about. It makes others worry and be unprepared. 2 simple words can make you more effective as a #leader .
inc.com/jason-aten/emotional…
Conflict is not just between 2 people.
Quite often, conflict impacts a community. And in those moments the solutions will come from the community.
news.vt.edu/articles/2023/07…“Introducing%20our%20leaders%20to%20restorative,or%20aggression%2C”%20he%20said
#virginiatech #vtombuds
The mind-hacks are getting more and more frequent. Here is the Neuro-Ombuds Tip of the Day:
inc.com/jeff-haden/neuroscie…
Have a colleague you can't stand? Here are some bite-sized solutions.
inc.com/minda-zetlin/toxic-c…
#Leaders, step into the zone. And if you don't know how ask an #Ombuds.
inc.com/moshe-engelberg/how-…
On the edge of darkness, when you find yourself immersed in #conflict, there's always a light. And that light is you.
Jump on the Peace Train.
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We #ombuds have been saying (and putting into practice) this for many moons....
The power of reframing.
inc.com/justin-bariso/emotio…
Every so often I'll get that survey where someone was truly unhappy with the services of the Ombuds office. Rightly so. Watch this video to check out common misunderstandings people sometimes have about Ombuds.
youtu.be/G-fkRaAnnOE via @YouTube
Something to think about (from #Futurist Gray Scott): We get accustomed to the age we are in and forget how miraculous the world is.
How are those goals of yours coming along? Research indicates that by now you've lost the momentum. Maybe the plan you created wasn't SMART enough. Or motivation wasn't there. Or,most likely, your #BELIEFS around those goals never changed. Change your beliefs, change your goals.