The internet has exploded into a world power in that we can talk and interact with people and companies from all over the world. Social media like Twitter and Facebook connect family, friends and colleagues from different parts of the globe daily to enhance our lives. Skype allows for us to connect at a personal level in seeing their smiling faces and hearing the voices of our loved ones as well.
What I find so interesting is that when we talk to strangers over the phone, in person or on the internet what stands out is the attitude of each person. Why would we want to work with someone we never met before or may never see face to face? It is the feeling we have when we talk to them and that feeling comes from the attitude they convey to us. Their attitude lets you know how important you are to them; if your needs will be met; if your values and commitment to serve one another mirrors the same core beliefs.
When you wake up in the morning ask yourself, "What does my attitude say about me today?" If we are honest with ourselves, some days we may be better off just getting back into bed again! Our attitude not only defines our day but affects everyone we come into contact with. If we have a negative attitude we not only make ourselves miserable but other people we come in contact with as well. You know those people you avoid when you see them coming to speak with you or you see their number flash up on caller ID. We run like they had the plague. I'm laughing because we still use the word plague and most of us have never experienced a plague; we just know we should avoid it like we avoid certain people!
In my coaching practice attitude became a highlighted topic because so many clients felt their attitude affected not only their business life but their personal life as well. At work; for the most part, they had to stay in control, be on their best behavior and act professional according to their work environment. If they were caught off guard often their attitude was not a reflection of the image they wanted to present. Remarks were negative, they were not viewed as a team player and if they were the owner of the company they knew they had just set a poor example for their employees. Words once said are difficult to take back. We try to beg forgiveness for being over-tired, overworked, insensitive, other problems on our mind or in general we just messed up and were not thinking about what we said.
When it was time for them to go home; their loved ones would experience steam being let off from the pressures of the day. Of course these are people who know they are loved and they will forgive us but will they forget! It's like the dog that would climb under the table when the master came home and they could tell the master had a bad day. Everyone knows you had a bad day by your attitude but was it really a bad day or just a bad habit?
Everyone loves to be around the person who is always in a good mood and we marvel at how they are able to keep calm in a storm. They are able to be at their best because it is a choice and one they have chosen for so long that it is a habit; but a good one. They have discovered the benefits of having a positive attitude and being a person of influence to others in a way that makes them feel good about who they are. When we allow ourselves to have a negative attitude we let our attitude get the best of us and we fall short of who we really want to be.
So how can you improve your attitude? Change the way you think about your life and make a decision to become the best you can be and reach your full potential. My favorite saying is, "Your attitude costs you nothing but could cost you everything! " Everyone will always have challenges but your attitude reflects who you truly are inside and you are a champion. Challenges are temporary and when we get through one there will be another one! Life is too precious and it is meant to be enjoyed each day regardless of our circumstances. Your attitude is paramount to having you succeed and enjoy your life.
Everyone only has one chance to live today and every day the way you want. You will never have the chance again. Do you want to be remembered as having a positive attitude or negative one? Make a decision to enjoy your life and become the person you want to be by having and sharing your positive attitude with the world. The way you see the world the world sees you! Have a positive attitude and you will see positive changes in your life! Welcome to my blog: http://www.kathimsmith.com and learn to enjoy your life every day! Email me at info@kathimsmith.com and tell me how this article has impacted your life and attitude.
This is Kathi M Smith, have a wonderful day.
Copyright 2011 Kathi M Smith
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