The Frustration Factor

Not all leaders are proactive leaders but you already knew that. What you may not know is the 3 tips I have included just for you. Give a listen and see if they will work for you.

What is the main factor for your success? Luck, timing or perhaps the caprese of other people? I think it is something much more personal.

Do you think it is too late for you to succeed? Perhaps you still have time since - for you - it's too soon to fail. Well, it may not be quite as simple as you might wish.

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It's just another way to make the same point, but even so, it is important enough to be repeated: Keep Cool But Don't Freeze.

It's a pretty simple point but nonetheless too often missed. When emotions are running hot, especially when anger and frustration dominate, calm most always wins. So slow down, calm down and wait your turn. It will come, and when it does, you are in the power position.

What happens when someone doesn't meet your expectations, doesn't do as well as you had hoped? Is your reaction negative and critical? Well, ok, but take it easy.

You aren't going to win'em all, but nonetheless we try. If that means we always give best effort, good for us. If it means we feel like failures, shame on us. The point is even more true when we respond to others and especially to our children.

It's always good to compliment someone who did particularly well, who's work is an example of excellence. Even better is the second compliment. Twice complimented is the extra that makes the difference now and then.

I think you may enjoy this remix of a fun episode from a year ago or so. Mr. Little goes to Audio School.