Have you ever worked with someone who had a scarcity mentality? In other words, they believed that if someone else was successful then there was less opportunity for them. It is far more productive to promote an “abundance mentality.” How?
1) Become a coach and mentor: When your staff get something wrong, view it as a coaching opportunity. Help them learn from their mistakes.'
2) Seek creative solutions: Encourage people to come up with solutions; this will empower them to discover new, better ways of doing things.
3) Encourage risk-taking: Encourage your team t o take calculated risks. By doing this you send a signal that you want them to think bigger and help to grow the business.
4) Give praise and recognition: It is amazing how effective regular praise and recognition can be to help grow your business. What is even more amazing is how few organizations do this!
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