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View Full Version : Are you Proactive or Reactive
littledb
04-24-2006, 03:21 PM
Thought I'd share a tidbit from my weekly newsletter, if that's OK. I thought someone might benefit.
2.) Weekly Tip: Are you Proactive or Reactive?
This topic is inspired by the book "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey
Inspiration and ideas come in many forms! You should spend 15 minutes a day improving your mind!
You make 5 calls, and no one answers. Finally, on the 6th call, you dial the number and she answers! Right after you introduce yourself, she says "I can't talk."
Do you:
<DIV align=center>A.) Walk into the other room and say, "no one wants to talk to me. I'm not cut out for this business."
B.) Throw all your leads in the trash.
C.) Pick up the phone and call the next person.
D.) Quit for the day, but commit to making calls tomorrow.
If you picked A or B, you are Reactive. You let things happen to you, vs. making things happen. We are in control of our lives, though we often forget this important fact. To be successful, you need to know that though some things are out of our control, the way we handle it is what is important! It does take time and practice to overcome this feeling of rejection, even partial rejection because she never said "no." The best way to overcome this is to change your attitude, which we will address in future newsletters. Remember why you started. Remember why you picked your business. Believe in yourself and others will too!
If you picked C, you are Proactive. You know that one call does not mean that no one is interested. In fact, you understand that just because the timing is bad for her to talk, she may still be interested. You know that there are many variables why she couldn't talk. She may have been on her way out the door or changing a diaper. You keep going knowing that call 7 or even call 10 is waiting for your services!
If you picked D, you are between Reactive and Proactive. You understand that her response had nothing to do with you, but you still don't like rejection in any form. You will want to work on overcoming this fear and focusing on the positive sides of what you have to offer, like a free shopping spree and FUN! You are almost there! Focus on the positive!
3.) OVERCOMING "I CAN'T TALK NOW"
We all come across this. The best way to avoid the "Not now" is to find out that person's "Now's Perfect". How do we do this? Ask! Find out when the best time to talk is! Ask them "When is the latest I can call you or is there a better time for you to be on the phone?". Once you have a great time to talk, pick up the phone and call them back! They are waiting for you.
http://familytoys-ivil.tripod.com/coachingwithheart/id4.html
2.) Weekly Tip: Are you Proactive or Reactive?
This topic is inspired by the book "Seven Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen R. Covey
Inspiration and ideas come in many forms! You should spend 15 minutes a day improving your mind!
You make 5 calls, and no one answers. Finally, on the 6th call, you dial the number and she answers! Right after you introduce yourself, she says "I can't talk."
Do you:
<DIV align=center>A.) Walk into the other room and say, "no one wants to talk to me. I'm not cut out for this business."
B.) Throw all your leads in the trash.
C.) Pick up the phone and call the next person.
D.) Quit for the day, but commit to making calls tomorrow.
If you picked A or B, you are Reactive. You let things happen to you, vs. making things happen. We are in control of our lives, though we often forget this important fact. To be successful, you need to know that though some things are out of our control, the way we handle it is what is important! It does take time and practice to overcome this feeling of rejection, even partial rejection because she never said "no." The best way to overcome this is to change your attitude, which we will address in future newsletters. Remember why you started. Remember why you picked your business. Believe in yourself and others will too!
If you picked C, you are Proactive. You know that one call does not mean that no one is interested. In fact, you understand that just because the timing is bad for her to talk, she may still be interested. You know that there are many variables why she couldn't talk. She may have been on her way out the door or changing a diaper. You keep going knowing that call 7 or even call 10 is waiting for your services!
If you picked D, you are between Reactive and Proactive. You understand that her response had nothing to do with you, but you still don't like rejection in any form. You will want to work on overcoming this fear and focusing on the positive sides of what you have to offer, like a free shopping spree and FUN! You are almost there! Focus on the positive!
3.) OVERCOMING "I CAN'T TALK NOW"
We all come across this. The best way to avoid the "Not now" is to find out that person's "Now's Perfect". How do we do this? Ask! Find out when the best time to talk is! Ask them "When is the latest I can call you or is there a better time for you to be on the phone?". Once you have a great time to talk, pick up the phone and call them back! They are waiting for you.
http://familytoys-ivil.tripod.com/coachingwithheart/id4.html
BooksAreGreat
04-24-2006, 05:00 PM
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lisa_1228
04-24-2006, 06:05 PM
Awesome Debbie! Thanks for sharing!
ewedeb
04-24-2006, 07:02 PM
hey you! your pm box has been full!! LOL i forgot what I was messaging aobu ti
deb
deb
Spirit58
04-24-2006, 08:39 PM
Hi Debbie,
And the answer is...Reactive!
I sent you a pm yesterday, but maybe you didn't get it because of a full box? I'm interested in getting some help in finding a passion. Then would come setting goals. I really suck at that one. lol
Pat
And the answer is...Reactive!
I sent you a pm yesterday, but maybe you didn't get it because of a full box? I'm interested in getting some help in finding a passion. Then would come setting goals. I really suck at that one. lol
Pat
littledb
04-25-2006, 05:54 AM
Thanks girl! I made room in my box. You can always email me through my website too. smileys/smiley36.gif
Debbie
Debbie
