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The Value of Playing to Your Strengths

September 23, 2024 John Uncategorized No comments

The Value of Playing to Your Strengths

Stuck in a job that doesn’t exactly ignite your sweet spot? That doesn’t mean you can’t find happiness.

A lot of us put in the hours, earn a good wage and reap the rewards that help support our families. It’s entirely possible to appreciate what you have while still longing for something more fulfilling

But does that mean you should be complacent? Does that mean you have to give up on branching out to find where your real skills and enthusiasm lie?

The answer is no, and GenuLines is going to show how you can make changes by playing to your real strengths.

What Happens When You Play to Your Strengths?

Most of us have at least a few things that we’re good at. And for most of us, those are the things we love. We spend more time practicing them and we love them because we’re so good at them.

So, when we work on that ability or strength, everything about our demeanor changes.

For starters, we become much more focused on what we’re doing.
Our brains produce dopamine and catecholamine hormones to keep us fixated.

This is what some circles refer to as ‘flow states’.

You’re much happier and more confident when you’re doing what you love. You’re motivated and you become much less likely to take breaks.

All this of course helps you perform at your very best. At the same time, you’re more focused, happier, and you’re more motivated since you’re in flow.

It means that you’re now going to produce better work that gets you noticed and that gets you promoted. You’ll earn more and perform better because you’re doing what you love.

Signs You’re Playing to Your Strengths

All these are the benefits of playing to your strengths. They’re also a tip-off that you’re doing what you love.

Ask yourself: when was the last time you felt completely focused on a project and found it rewarding? That you worked so hard you ended up holding your need to go to the toilet?

Yeah… you should start doing a lot more of that!

JohnK 9-23-2024
chiforyourself.com

Overheard: “One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity”

~Albert Schweitzer

How Negativity Affects Your Job

August 1, 2022 John Uncategorized No comments

Ever think about how negativity might be hurting you at work? It can weigh you down in a big way.

But GenuLines reminds you that this bad energy can be re-worked with you as the winner!

How Negativity Affects Your Job

When you have a negative mindset, it’s going to affect every aspect of your life. Your energy impacts those around you.

So, if you bring a negative energy into the workplace, it’s going to have several repercussions.

We’re going to look at how negativity affects your job. You’ll also see how you can start to reduce your own negativity in the workplace.

Negativity’s Impact

There are a lot of ways negativity can impact your job. A negative mindset can affect your performance, work relationships, and wellbeing.

The trouble with negativity is that it attracts more negativity. So if you go into work with a negative attitude, it’s going to rub off on your colleagues too.

This will lead to a toxic workplace where nobody is happy and stress levels rise.

Performance

A negative outlook can also cause issues with performance. You may not apply for new opportunities as they open, forcing you to miss out on what could be a better job.

You’ll also notice your energy levels aren’t great, and the quality of your work will suffer.

These are some of the ways negativity can impact your job. So, how can you fix it?

Ways to become less negative at work

There are ways you can become a more positive person at work. But it might take quite a lot of effort to overcome your negative thinking.

The best ways to combat negativity at work include:

Identify the cause

Think of something you are thankful for

· Talk to your boss

Distance yourself from negative colleagues

Origins

Identifying the cause of your negativity is crucial. There could be lots of reasons why you have a more negative attitude at work.

You keep getting passed over for a promotion, or you’re bored with your current position. enables you to figure out the best ways to combat it. Identifying the cause enables you to figure out the best ways to combat it.

If you’re slipping into a negative mood, think of something you’re thankful for. After all, it’s difficult to remain negative when you are thinking of something positive.

You may also find it useful to talk to your boss if you haven’t already. If you are unhappy with something, let them know.

Ask them for a promotion, rather than waiting for one. You could also ask for further training opportunities and more responsibility.

A Little Separation

If you have colleagues who are negative, make sure you distance yourself from them. This can help you maintain your energy and your positivity.

If they see you with a more positive outlook, it will also help them to develop one too.

As you can see, there are several ways you can address your negativity in the workplace. Identifying the root cause is key to finding the solution.

If negative is the default way you roll, work on developing a more positive mindset. But remember, this will take time so don’t expect results overnight.

JohnK 8-1-2022

chiforyourself.com