Where is scarcity in your thinking impeding the best results? How difficult is it for you to share credit, praise, recognition, or power?
Thinking abundantly is essentially the difference between a scarcity mentality (get yours before it’s gone) and an abundance mentality (there’s plenty to go around for everyone). This advice has been shared: “You’ll never have enough until you define how much is enough.” Define “enough,” or you’ll be constantly worried you don’t have it.
Make a conscious effort to publicly praise anyone who truly warrants it, and share credit freely. Applying the principle of abundance, you can become a more gracious, generous, and respectful leader. Not only will you not miss out, but you’ll also find more reward in the accomplishments of others.
How to Think Abundantly:
- Think of a situation where you can share credit, praise, and recognition, or decision-making power.
- When you catch yourself believing you alone should be recognized for success or achievement, pause and reflect deeply: Why? What is the cause? “Peel the onion” around your scarcity thinking.
- Reflect on your unforgettable (good or bad) career moments. Is there a pattern?
- List how you could think and act more abundantly going forward.
- Address other areas of your life where scarcity thinking could be limiting you and your ability to lift others up. Envision the impact of having an Abundance Mentality throughout your life.
Thinking with abundance is one way to think win-win.
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