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Energize Your Day With Gratitude: The Ultimate Leadership Booster

November 14, 2019 by 2FishCo Admin Leave a Comment

Have you ever had one of those days where nothing seemed to go right? Maybe you experienced something like this earlier in the week with the slippery snow and ice that hit the Midwest. If you spent the morning skidding through your commute, only to face an even more difficult day at the office, you might not be in the Thanksgiving spirit. But, know that your low-energy days don’t have to be so bleak.

I have one simple cure to get you back to your old self: gratitude. Even though this sounds like something we should all do anyway, gratitude has scientifically proven physical and psychological benefits. Plus, it’s one of the most effective ways to become not only a better leader but a better person.

However, gratitude isn’t usually something that just comes to you on a cold and slushy Thursday. Everyday gratitude is a muscle that you must work to strengthen. Try this today: Set aside a few minutes for yourself to reflect on the things that went right. Depending on your day, this can be harder than it sounds. Think about all the people and all the little interactions that made it all possible.

This practice will refocus your mind and get your attention back on the positives. Then, you can return to your team as the leader they need to pull them out of their negativity, too.

For me, one of the fastest ways to relieve stress is to write thank-you notes. Frankly, it’s impossible to be in a bad mood when you are praising and thanking others. I keep a notepad sitting on my desk just in case the moment strikes me, or if I need to reset my outlook. When I start to feel overwhelmed or overly negative, I stop and write four or five notes. I feel even better knowing that, while these thank-you notes reenergize me, they may have an even greater impact.

As we celebrate another season of gratitude, I’m reminded of the people who helped me build the life I live now. I encourage you to think of who those people are for you. Let them know how their support has changed you and express how thankful you are to have them in your life.

If you make a commitment this coming year to express a little gratitude each day, I promise you will be not only a more positive person but a better leader.

Always Forward.

— Ron 

Filed Under: Business, Leadership Tagged With: Learning, obstacles, Perspective, setbacks

Turn the Tables on Workplace Stress

October 31, 2019 by 2FishCo Admin Leave a Comment

In the spirit of Halloween, I want to address a topic that can be a bit scary for some people: stress in leadership. In recent years, the working world has become more open about mental wellness, but leaders are generally left out of the … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: Business, Leadership Tagged With: Learning, obstacles, Perspective, setbacks

What You Need to Know to Crack the Communications Code

October 17, 2019 by 2FishCo Admin Leave a Comment

One of the critical roles of a leader is to cast a vision for others to follow. So, it should come as no surprise that good communication is one of the cornerstones of good leadership. You may have incredible ideas, but if you are unable to … [Continue reading]

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Tips for Overcoming Setbacks

September 19, 2019 by 2FishCo Admin Leave a Comment

"The greatest accomplishment is not in never falling, but in rising again after you fall." — Vince Lombardi Leaders push boundaries. They're the first to try out big ideas. But doing what has never been done is not without risks. All leaders will … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: Business, Leadership Tagged With: Learning, obstacles, Perspective, setbacks

How to Build a Better Network

September 5, 2019 by 2FishCo Admin Leave a Comment

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The truth is, I hate networking. Or at least traditional networking. And I would be willing to bet you do too. Making myself go to professional events just to shake hands and trade business cards is not how I would like to spend an evening. I believe … [Continue reading]

Filed Under: Business, Communication Tagged With: authenticity, connections, networking, relationships

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