This was a presentation to entrepreneurs at a private KPI event on Friday 19th April 2013.
There are many tips for success. In the 2012 Olympics, the British Cycling Team used the expression "the aggregation of marginal gains" ... not the application of one thing that made the difference to their success, but a number of smaller things which together amounted to make a big difference. I am a strong believer in this philosophy, and my book Raise Your Game is an amlgamation of tips for success that you can apply immediately.
This presentation was about 3 tips, the importance of positive emotions, of focusing on having positive memories and the application of strengths to overcome problems. I tend not to use wordy slides. If you would like more information - I can make the audio available - or contact me.
6. "The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and
the rational mind is a faithful servant.
We have created a society that
honours the servant and has forgotten
the gift."
~ Albert Einstein
7.
8. Psychotherapy
… referring to therapeutic
interaction between a trained
professional and a
client, (patient, family, couple,
or group).
Psychology
is an academic and applied
discipline that involves the
scientific study of mental
functions and behaviours.
Positive
psychology
seeks "to find and nurture
genius and talent", and "to
make normal life more
fulfilling", rather than merely
treating mental illness.
32. The effect of shifting the mean of the mental health spectrum
Huppert (2009)
33. “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by
its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life
believing it is stupid. “ ~ Albert Einstein
35. Success Mentality
Positive emotions
• build resilience, see opportunities
Time:
• More past positive focus
Strengths
• Be creative in use of strengths
37. Where to get more
info.
www.actionforhappiness.org/
10-keys-to-happier-living
http://positivityratio.com/
The How of Happiness
38. References
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Time Perspectives: http://www.thetimeparadox.com/
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39. References (continued)
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40. Contact Details
• Suzanne [at] thebusinessofchange
• Blog: www.suzannehazelton.com
• Web: www.thebusinessofchange.co.uk
• Twitter: @SuzanneHazelton
Suzanne is a leadership coach, working with individuals and teams to Thrive. A
positive psychologist, coach and trainer – she’s worked with thousands of people.
She’s the author of not just one, but two books: Raise Your Game, and soon to be
released Great Days at Work (in press, Kogan Page). She’s a contributing author to a
third: Entrepreneurs Succeed With Us (in press, Troubador)
Editor's Notes
I’m Suzanne Hazelton. I’m a coach, trainer and author. I work with individuals and businesses helping them to thrive.
Hand draw the mental health spectrum
… and this comes with the caution that discussion about emotions can be
Why these two …. Why emotions and time perspectives ….I sometimes use the analogy of the office chair …Some people don’t know there are levers there to adjust their comfortSome know they’re there and don’t use them ….And of course there are people who know how to use them.As TA practitioners often we’re interested in emotions which cause blocks, and less attention is paid to emotions of joy, happiness and well being. I’m also going to talk about time perspectives as it’s a framework for using emotions. But I’m going to start with EMOTIONS
… and this comes with the caution that discussion about emotions can be
I’m going to talk about positive and negative emotions. I don’t like this labelling – but it is convenient shorthand.(For the purpose of this seminar is it OK to use these terms – I realise it misses the difference between authentic & racket emotions)
Health: Positive emotions are good for your health, they increase the number of antibodies - essential for fighting infection and keeping fit. It’s easier to do your best work when you’re feeling healthy. Broaden thinking – noticing opportunities: Some emotions protect us from danger, but narrow the range of immediate options for action: “fight or flight”. Conversely positive emotions broadens our outlook, and we notice more opportunities. Don’t “doom and gloom” about the economy – experience positive emotions and start to see new opportunities! Opportunity magnet: In addition to noticing opportunities, you will also become a magnet for others giving you opportunities. Be the person that radiates good emotions – you will attract other like-minded people and you will more likely be the person they think of when there’s an opportunity.Builds resilience: Resilience is the ability to “power through” tougher times without experiencing detrimental effects on mental or physical health. It gives you staying power when the going gets tough. Create positive memories: when you experience positive emotions, be sure to remember them, take time to savour them. Research has shown that people who actively take time to remember good times, are mindful in the moment and who have goals enjoy life more.Moods go viral: The feel good factor is contagious – spread it within your team. ‘Catch people doing something well’, and offer a word of praise, a smile, or a genuine compliment. Your team members will experience all the benefits of positive emotions – and don’t be surprised if they go the extra distance to help someone on the team, or your prospects or customers.Build high performing teams: Encourage positive emotions on your team. It takes between three and eleven positive emotions to counter each negative emotion. A positive team is more creative, sees more opportunities and is more successful.
(THIS IS HALF WAY 8:15pm)You might wonder WHY it’s necessary to have AT LEAST 3 positive emotions for every negative …..
First imagine a bowl of cherries … not hard as there’s a visual. The cherries represent the positive. Next imagine JUST one COCHROACH … would it make the cherries less appealing?NEXT imagine a bowl of cockroaches. Would the addition of A cherry make it any more appealing?Negative emotions have more impact than positive … therefore you need AT LEAST 3 X as many!Some of it is about CHOICE … what we choose to focus on ….
disintegration of the complex dynamics of flourishing first becomes evident at a positivity ratio of 11.6346.
… and this comes with the caution that discussion about emotions can be
“You can't change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying about the future”
… and this comes with the caution that discussion about emotions can be
… and this comes with the caution that discussion about emotions can be
… and this comes with the caution that discussion about emotions can be