Day 35: Yes, and…

When people share ideas do you think of reasons why they shouldn’t happen, or problems that may occur? 

How do you feel when you share ideas and obstacles are immediately put in your way?

“Yes, and” is powerful and opens rather than closing conversations.

Leaders don’t say “no, but have you thought of…”.

    they say: “Yes, and if we do that it will help us to…”;

    they say “Yes, and if we do X as well, we’ll make things even better”; and

    they say “Yes, I understand where you’re coming from and we can do that, but not right now”.

Day 87: Mentoring

I had an initial session with my new mentor today.  I am fortunate and grateful to be working with such supportive people who are keen to help me develop and learn.  I’ve been given time and an excellent mentor to help me work through how I need to change to achieve my aspirations.  This will include what I need to experience, learn and do to develop and grow.  It will make me better at what I am doing now as well as in any future roles.  It will allow time for reflection and focus to putting these changes into practise.