A Positive Workplace Means… Bouncing Back!
Happy New Year, everyone! It’s hard to believe that we’re beginning our fourth year of Positive Energy! As I’ve traveled around doing my thing these past few years, so many people have asked me how I stay so upbeat and positive! Everyone goes through tough times, and I’m no exception. We’ve all had our share, especially these past couple of years. How we navigate them and “bounce back” is critical to surviving and thriving… personally and professionally.
To help you to stay on track or to “bounce back” this year, I’m happy to share a new format with you that will focus on people first. It will include some of my personal navigation tips - words of wisdom, reflections, affirmations, articles and practical advice – that have helped me focus on the positive and continue “bouncing back” and moving forward over the years. Here’s to 2010 and new beginnings! Enjoy!
You’ve heard me say so many times, we are people first in the workplace, then employees! Our unique collection of attitudes, skills, experience, and talents will either help us or hinder us. As we begin another new year, let’s be very mindful of what we need to do to take care of ourselves first – emotionally, physically and spiritually – to remain authentic, resilient, and productive – in the workplace and at home. Everyone goes through tough times. Some people just navigate them better. Ever wonder how they stay so resilient?
Research shows that resilient people share some common qualities – ones that you and I can develop to master any crisis that comes our way. Here are some of their secrets according to experts, Beth Howard, writer and AARP researcher, and Al Siebert, Ph.D., author of The Resiliency Advantage. I found them to be very helpful and hope you do, too.
- They stay connected – resilient people rely on others to help them survive tough times; support groups, retreats, friends, networking events, etc
- They’re optimistic – negative thinking is just a bad habit and may take some time to change your mindset, but it can be done. Observe the spin you put on your own experiences; challenge yourself to reframe in more positive terms.
- They’re spiritual - generally, people who are active in the spiritual realm or a religious faith tend to get through difficult times better.
- They’re playful – resilient people enjoy themselves like children do. They wonder about things, experiment, and laugh! (**Ask me about “Sparkle, the Christmas Elf”)
- They give back – it’s proven, people who help others live longer.
- They pick their battles – resilient people tend to focus on things over which they have some influence and not spend time on things they can’t control.
- They stay healthy – a good diet and physical exercise provide crucial buffers against stress.
- They actively seek solutions – active coping rather than waiting passively for things to happen – resilient people quickly home in on challenges and devise strategies for dealing with them, whether it’s asking for help, seeking out resources, learning new skills, or striking out on new paths.
- They find the silver lining – resilient people convert misfortune into good luck and gain strength from adversity by turning negative events into an opportunity to better themselves.
How resilient are you? (CLICK HERE to take Dr. Siebert’s assessment)
“Resilient people are like trees bending in the wind.” says, Steven M. Southwick, M.D., professor of psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine. “They bounce back.”
Like Tigger, let’s start bouncing! Happy New Year!
A Positive Workplace Means Business! It Just Makes Cent$! ®
Does your workplace need Positive Energy? I can help…let’s talk!
Looking for a unique, fun event or a fresh idea to kick-off the new year that won’t break the budget? I can help…Let’s talk!
Experience a Unique and Refreshing Approach
to Teambuilding & Staff Development
You’ll Want to Bring this Tea-rific Program to Your
Workplace or Meeting Site!
Ideal for Board Meetings & Group Retreats, Strategic Planning Sessions & Summits, Sales & Staff Meetings, Conferences, and
Other Special Events
Renew, Refresh & Recapture Creativity & Enthusiasm!
- A Highly Interactive & Fun Way to Engage, Energize & Motivate Team Members to Improve Results & Grow Your Business!
- Learn MJ's Ten Positivity Points for Team Success
- Build & Strengthen Core "P2P" (people-to-people) Skills & Team Relationships
- Learn Practical, "Must Do" Tips for Managing Your Time, Your Stress, and Your Attitude
- It's "Positiv-A-Tea-m" Time!
Get Re-Focused & Ready for the Upturn!
Re-Build and Re-Energize Your Team!
"P2P" & a Cup of Tea
Sip & Enjoy a Sample of Our Signature Positiv-A-Tea® Blend
While Building Essential Communication, Team & Self-Management Skills
Let’s Talk… Give Me a Call! 203-929-6702
What's Going On?
Amid all the doom and gloom,
do you have a “positive workplace” story
to share for one of my next books?
Click to let me know “What’s going on?”
I want to hear from you!
| Need a “Power Surge?” Check out my new book A Positive Workplace Means Business! It Just Makes Cent$! ® |
|
 |
Whether you are here in Connecticut, in another state or even in another country, you can easily bring a bit of me and my "Positive Workplace" message to your organization during these difficult times! Know any students of business? The book is a terrific, practical "real-world" resource for business classes and programs. It also makes a great gift to welcome new employees at all levels and ideal for reward and recognition programs in your workplace! |
| Now in paperback, PDF download and audio format | |
A Positive Workplace Means Business!
It Just Makes Cents! ®
Stay tuned for next month’s edition…
MJ Paris
P.S. Do you know someone who needs "Positive Energy" in their workplace? Feel free to forward this issue to friends, family and colleagues!
The Positive Talk Series™
A Positive Workplace Means Business™.
Leadership and professional development programs designed for front-line employees, team leaders, supervisors, managers, and corporate leaders who are responsible for developing and implementing their organization's employee and customer service strategies.
« Learn More »
About MJ
Mary Jane (MJ) Paris brings a broad base of experience in management, leadership and employee development gained from more than 25 years in sales management, retail banking, training, recruiting, project management, event planning and community leadership.
Her common sense approach and practical experience combined with her dynamic presentation skills provide a solid foundation for understanding her client’s needs and challenges.
Interested in having MJ speak at your next event or present a seminar or workshop? Contact Us
Featured January Program:
Positiv-A-Tea
A Refreshing Approach to Team Building & Staff Development
Budgets tight?
No time for half-day programs? No problem!
Book our
“Let’s Do Lunch” (or Breakfast) series of four one-hour programs and receive the fifth one free!
Turn Up Your Dimmer Switch!
Flyer« Contact Me »
What's Going On?
Amid all the doom and gloom,
do you have a “positive workplace” story
to share for one of my next books?
Click to let me know “What's going on?”
I want to hear from you!
See MJ
"In Action"
click for videos
Positive Workplace Blog!
Positive Impact Consulting Services, LLC
A Positive Workplace Means Business™
www.PosImpact.net
203-929-6702