How is it best to
define attitude? “Attitude” is the
emotion we share with others either positively or negatively. As we look at our own life think of one
person right now that has a positive attitude and one that displays a negative
attitude? Which one are you more like?
Attitude effects
everything around us, so lets look at how it relates to the SAGE Leadership
model. Energy is the first component toward
becoming a true Sage Leader. Does our
attitude affect our energy? YES! Who has more energy, an optimist or pessimist?
The energy level we have in life will be directly impacted by our daily
attitude. Are you a sunny or a cloudy
person, cheery or dreary? Charles
Swindoll, while reflecting on attitude states “ Life is 10% what happens to you
and 90% how you react to it.” How do you react?
Does your energy reflect a positive outlook, or a negative one?
The second component
of a SAGE Leader is Connections, it is in this area that we really see how our
attitude impacts those around us. A
positive attitude helps nuture, grow and develop these connections. Where a negative attitude will kill a
relationship. When we allow our attitude
to guide our connections our relationships will be either growing or
dying.
A SAGE Leader uses
Influence to enhance relationships. What
kind of Influence would you have if a negative
attitude was what you were projecting to others? That’s right, very little. A negative attitude will drive relationships
away, it is only through a positive attitude that we are able to truly enhance
our connections.
Attitude is vital to achieve Great Results in the SAGE Leadership model. The question to ask yourself is:
Is your attitude
worth catching?
Remember a true SAGE leader is a profoundly wise person. Your positive attitude is a key piece toward helping you become who you were meant to be.
Gary
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