We can learn SO much as we watch animals interact with each other. After
watching this video I could not help but think of how many times I have
felt like this little orange & white cat in my own life. Then I
wondered if I have acted like the the fat black cat. (of course I have-
I'm not perfect & it might be safe to say- you have as well) The
point is- are we aware of how we come across to others.
Is our form of leadership one of intimidation, bullying, passive or aggressive.
A
while back Oprah did a show on bullying and the tragic results of
"engaging" in such behavior. Being a social bully in school, at work,
online or at home is NOT acceptable. So if you have the propensity or
the leanings of displaying this not so attractive quality- stop it.
How
WE interact with one another in everyday life & business is vital
for success! Not just our business success but personal success. And,
if we are entrepreneurs - our business IS very personal! We have
invested a lot into it- so stands to reason that the things we do are
close to our heart & soul.
Are
we the orange cat that feels awkward and uncomfortable because we allow
people to hiss orders at us or intimidate us. Or, are we the black cat that just
bully's everyone around by our speech & conduct?
Lessons
learned
my online community- lessons learned. How are we known in our
communities - be it online or face 2 face? Do you really want to
know? Ask those you interact with- just be prepared for the truth.
Hopefully we are surrounding ourselves with people that are not afraid
of telling us the truth. But then - depends on what type of "social
cat" we are. If we are the black cat- it is going to take a pretty
honest & gutsy orange cat to stand up and speak the truth.
Lets
face it, business, the economy, the world, marketing & human
relationships are all becoming very fish-bowl like. (funny- cats &
fish) Anyway- our world is becoming smaller and smaller as technology
connects us professionally and personally. We cant get away from it.
It's happened. What we do personally effects us professionally &
vice versa.
Deny
it if you must- but social skills are more important now than EVER!
Let me say it a bit differently - "Social, communication, manners,
people skills & writing abilities are VITAL for survival!"
So the next time your interacting with someone - ask them the question- "What kind of social cat am I"?
Make sure you watch the quick video for a great visual:
What Kind of Social Cat Are You?
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