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How can other people speak out so confidently, even when no one else agrees? Where does their courage come from? Why aren’t they as phased by setbacks? Here are some tips for practicing self-assuredness, even if it doesn’t come naturally to you.
You may wish for more objectivity when, say, identifying the facts of a complicated situation or distancing yourself from your own biases. Learn to be more objective by recognizing your thoughts, setting goals, and practicing.
There are situations in which you may want to be more resolute, even if that is not your first instinct. By recognizing the thoughts that often lead to a lack of resolve and setting goals, you can practice a resolute mindset and call upon it when needed.
Are you a naturally resolute person? Resolute people project confidence and speak up about problems. Learn what drives naturally resolute people and the benefits and limitations of this mindset, using the Everything DiSC Agile EQ model.
Are you a naturally composed person? Composed people tend to be purposeful in their responses, reflecting before speaking or acting. Learn what drives naturally composed people and the benefits and limitations of this mindset, using the Everything DiSC Agile EQ model.
Are you a naturally objective person? Objective people consider all angles and construct logical arguments. Learn what drives naturally objective people and the benefits and limitations of this mindset, using the Everything DiSC Agile EQ model.
There are many situations in which you may want to remain composed, even if that is not your first instinct. Here are some tips for practicing composure so that you can call upon it when needed.
Having a receptive mindset is useful when collaborating, making people feel heard, and considering issues from a different perspective. Maybe this mindset comes naturally to you, or maybe it takes more energy. Here are some tips for employing a receptive mindset when the situation calls for it.
Are you naturally receptive? Receptive people find value in other people’s ideas even when they conflict with their own. They excel at really considering the thoughts of others—not just letting them speak and then moving on.
How our brains can stand in the way of productive workplace conflict, how conflict impacts efficiency and engagement, how hidden and counter-intuitive our conflict responses can be, and how CBT (reframing your thoughts) can unleash productive conflict responses instead.