Many, in not all of us, dream of being successful. But success is defined differently for all of us. We focus on business, so our Blog today will focus on how you can standout in a business crowd. But, in reality, it applies to all aspects of your life.
If you want to argue that standing out in a crowd and success are different, we will respectfully disagree. Standing out in a crowd is not about being extroverted or getting public accolades for you contribution. Standing out in a crowd is a metaphor for being recognized for who you are and what you contribute to the lives and work of others. And it may never be publically stated. But people you affect know and you know that they know. And this is success.
To stand out in a crowd you need to show value. It’s that simple and it’s that hard! When you speak, you must add value to the conversation. When you are given a task, you must add value to the task. When someone asks for your opinion, you must provide value to them.
Notice, our examples of how you can stand out in a crowd have nothing to do with being an extrovert, about talking a lot, about having a tsunami of ideas and opinions, or presenting as if you have just chugged down a pot of high octane coffee. It has to do with value. It has to do with being someone who is interesting to talk with and to work with.
The people you interact with appreciate value. Why? Because it is so rare in business conversations. Business conversations too often focus on: why we’re doing so great (whether we are or not), why you should buy what we sell, or pontificating on the latest business craze.
How are you providing value to those around you: your boss, peers, subordinates, clients, customers and prospects?
In this week’s Quick Tips we will provide ideas and examples of how you can increase your value to those with whom you interact.
Copyright 2011 Kubica LaForest Consulting
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