What Do You Say Communique' - Change Checklist

What Do You Say Communique'

October 2010 - Change Checklist

Monthly eNewsletter

Autumn is my favorite season. It always strikes me as a time for change, right down to the change of colors in the leaves.

So, in this month's Communique', I'm featuring the "Change Checklist" that I include in my "How To Stay Positive and Focused in Uncertain Times" presentation.

ARE YOU CHANGE-READY?

Answer YES or No to each item on checklist.

1. I have a "big picture" vision for my life

2. I view change as an opportunity for growth

3. I am able to identify both the positive and negative in any situation

4. I have an understanding of current event and issues

5. I have a network of friends and colleagues whom I can count on for support

6.   I have a good sense of humor

7.   I have strong communication skills

After completing the checklist, check out the 7 Strategies for
Thriving on Change below. Also, be sure to listen in on my FREE teleseminar on Oct 18, 6pm PST for more insights on staying positive in uncertain times. (Link located to the right.)

Have a wonderful Fall season!

Sarita Maybin

Professional Speaker & Author of the book

"If You Can't Say Something Nice, What DO You Say?:
Practical Solutions for Working Together Better!"

PS - Are you planning a Fall Staff Retreat?   Please let me know how I can be of assistance.

7 Strategies for Thriving on Change

Figure out your BIG PICTURE
-Serves as your "true north" in times of uncertainly
-Use as a motivator for yourself and staff
-BOOK: Brand You 50 by Tom Peters
See change as an opportunity for GROWTH
-Ask: What are the opportunities in the obstacles?
See change as a POSITIVE
-Dr. Martin Seligman's research shows that happiness can be learned
-WEBSITE: AuthenticHappiness.com - Find out - How optimistic are you?
Understand CURRENT EVENTS
-Get involved in industry association - know issues, read the "writing on the wall."
Who's in your NETWORK
-We become like the 5 people we spend most time with
-BOOK: Dig Your Well Before You're Thirsty by Harvey MaKay
SENSE OF HUMOR helps!
-Counteract negativity with humor
-Perspective check..."this too shall pass"
COMMUNICATION is key
-Cooperation is important in uncertain times
-How you communicate: "I" & "We" works!
-Favorite phrases: "Help me understand"

"There is nothing wrong with change, as long as it's in the right direction."
- Winston Churchill

"It's not the strongest species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the most responsive to change."
-Charles Darwin

"If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude."
-Maya Angelou

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Sarita's ONLINE class - Oct 18
"How to Stay Positive and Focused in Uncertain Times"

Where can you see Sarita speak in next few weeks?

Chula Vista, CA

La Jolla, CA

Anaheim, CA

Vancouver, WA

PLUS...Oceanside, CA

(Mira Costa College Class)
"If You Can't Say Something Nice, What DO You Say: A Constructive Confrontation Workshop"

FEATURED ARCHIVE PHOTO (circa 2005)

Sarita Facilitating Retreat at Lake Arrowhead

Sarita facilitating staff retreat at Lake Arrowhead for university leaders.

Sarita's Recommendation:

Personal Development Opportunity in San Diego area Nov 11-14. (I attended in September...changed the way I view myself and my business!)

Click here to view past issues of the What Do You Say Communique' in the Archives.