One of the
biggest mistakes corporate professionals make is 'to assume'. They tend
to take things for granted and do not understand that there can be
(rather are) multiple angles to the same view! They assume their
bosses' views, they assume their colleagues' approach, they assume
their competitors' pace, and so on...
In today's competitive age, if you miss your competitive
edge, chances are high that you miss everything. The Performer brings
you few tips - easy to remember, interesting to implement, and
beneficial in results:
1. Interact with people on valid topics -
Communication
has its own significance in corporate world. Here, we are referring to
horizontal communication, the one you have with your colleagues,
partners, and team members. The stress is on 'valid topics', which
should benefit to both the ends of communication - broadcasting and
receiving! There are lots of topics which need neither your opinion nor
your approval. Identify those topics and AVOID talking on them. A more
generalized statement would be - don’t talk much.
Another point is Greeting people when you are in, it highlights your presence.
Listen to people – it helps you understand atmosphere around you and plan your work accordingly.
2. Share your knowledge -
There
can be a big debate on this - sharing your knowledge. Some people would
say, disclosing your cards would draw the end of game nearer. Let's
look at it from a new angle - if you want to grow horizontally, hold on
with what you know; if you want to grow vertically, release it as soon
as possible. Sounds confusing? Couldn't be simpler! If you want to go
on working in the same way what you have been doing since years along,
just continue with that. Hardly anybody would be interested in
receiving the knowledge from you, as you are not known for updated
knowledge pool. On the other hand, if you go on releasing what you have
learnt yesterday, you would be more flexible to learn new things today
and implement them tomorrow.
3. Look smart -
A
most overlooked aspect! Keep your worries at home, don't carry them.
Nobody is going to buy them from you, even if you showcase them
throughout the day. The more pleasant you look, the more positive
things you will attract - positive people, positive thoughts, positive
results. The sadder you appear, the more negative influence you are
going to have - people will approach you with their own grievances, are you looking for it?
Keep your eyes and ears open, that surely helps!
4. Make quick decisions and implement them -
The
key is the word 'quick' - decision in no time and implementation even
faster than that! Delaying decision carries lesser risk than delaying
implementation. That's because, the idea is already out in the
market... So let it be more decisions and at least few breakthroughs,
than dwelling upon fewer decisions and no results.
5. Be a diplomat -
A
diplomat is a person, who tells you to 'go to hell', in such a manner
that you actually start looking for the trip! Doesn't that explain what
it means?
Be strict whenever required - first understand 'whenever'...
6. Keep in touch with the top ones -
Hierarchy
in corporate world has to be observed with due respect. However, that
should not impact your existence. The top-most layer of any
organization is always in search of ideas and suggestions, which can be
supplied the most from bottom levels. Present yourself with innovative
solutions, whether all of them are accepted or not is not that
important. What's more important is, you are being heard and noticed.
Never criticize your boss in front of your team. You will receive the same level of respect what you show them.
7. Be active -
The
initial phase in any organization is the right time for you to
outperform. Don't lose that precious stage in merely learning. Impress
your colleagues, bosses with your work before they start expecting. Set your own standards of performance.
Understand your job profile and work on key points right from initial stages.
Take initiatives. Don't let too many to boss you around. Be your boss at first hand.
8. Don’t gossip -
It
is the last thing you need to succeed in corporate world. While you
keep on talking about others, they work and leave you far behind. Don't
become a time-killing aid for your colleagues. Maintain safe distance
from gossips and rumours in office.
9. Be aggressive in meetings -
When
you have been called to speak, SPEAK UP! This is really funny - people
talk what and when they are not supposed to and remain silent when and
where they are expected to! Do your homework before any meeting and
present aggressively what you have prepared. Meetings are not meant to
be political campaigns, where one talks and thousands listen. However,
before you start, ensure to be logical, be innovative, and be creative.
Keep
clarity in your communication. Don't let others draw conclusions from
your thoughts. Always end your talk with your own conclusion.
10. Delegate -
Delegate
your work to your team members, it makes them feel important and
motivated. Highlight initiatives taken by you in front of your team and
superiors. At the same time, appreciate others' efforts publicly,
that's far better than criticizing personally.
Arrange team meetings
regularly. Your team should become your strength. It can be a large
source of ideas and solutions. Utilize it.
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shindemandar|
Business & Management| Wed, 13 Jan 2010 01:19:03
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