“Instead of being your own harshest critic, make the decision to be your biggest fan.”
Cynthia Kersey
Coaching Tip of the Week:
I love teaching coaching skills to managers and leaders in organizations. In addition to learning the science, theory, and art behind a coaching approach, students get the opportunity to practice in a safe setting – a coaching lab, so to speak – then provide and hear feedback from the rest of the group.
Over the years, I’ve noticed a recurring theme – one that probably comes as no surprise to you: We tend to be our own harshest critics. Students can point out myriad flaws in their own coaching, but often have a more difficult time stating what they did well and where they totally rocked.
This week, cheer yourself on.
Take stock of your strengths and gifts, and acknowledge them. When someone compliments you, simply say “Thank you” – then zip it. Resist the urge to counteract or explain it away, and instead celebrate it.
I don’t mean this, of course, in an egotistical, “I am better than you” way – but if you’re anything like my clients and students, I don’t think you need to worry about that anyway.
One of the best ways I’ve found to become your own cheerleader in an authentic, all-encompassing way is to know your purpose. Just like someone with the cure to cancer would never withhold it because “I didn’t want to sound braggy,” when you are clear what you’re here to do and who you can best serve, you can proceed with confidence and grace – and make a great difference while you’re at it.
Win-win!
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