Did you just beef?
I must admit… it was fun typing that question. I’m actually laughing out loud as I can hear someone asking it to a close friend.
Think about that four-word question one more time… “Did you just beef?”
Who has asked you this question? Who have you asked this question to? Seriously, identify these people. I know you’ve asked it and been asked it… at least once.
Let me guess… you’re picturing family members and friends, and, I'm betting your relationship with these people is based on love, trust, respect, candor, and (heaven forbid) fun.
What could be possible if you shared these relationship attributes with more people? How much more productive could work be if more of your employees shared a similar relationship with you?
What if you built such meaningful relationships with your followers that asking any question is welcomed? Would this create a more or less collaborative environment?
Think about the impact of questions that are never asked?
Did you just beef is a metaphor signifying the relationship you have with those around you. Your relationships will flourish if they are built on trust and transparency.
Trust and transparency create credibility; credibility is the foundation of leadership and high-functioning teams.
Side note: this and other similar "off-track" posts enable us to live up to our company's first value (here); stick with your compass... it's who you are.
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About the Author
Ryan Blanck, CPF, CPT
Ryan, Deviate's founder, is the world's only dual Certified Professional Facilitator and Certified Personal Trainer. His primary clients are visionary leaders, high-performing teams, and accomplished athletes and entertainers.
He is a member of the International Association of Facilitators, American Council on Exercise (ACE), and IDEA Health and Fitness Association. He also serves as a member of the Board of Directors for Freestyle Foundation, a national life-style non-profit, and is a national spokesperson for ACE.
To find out more about Ryan, read his professional bio here.
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