Becoming a Positive Influence in a Changing World - St. Pete College All Colleg Day 2016
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Maura Sweeney SPC All College Day 2016 “Becoming a Positive Influence in a Changing World”
Transcript of Becoming a Positive Influence in a Changing World - St. Pete College All Colleg Day 2016
Maura Sweeney SPC All College Day 2016
“Becoming a Positive Influence in a Changing World”
Find happiness, influence & well-being within
Becoming Happy & Influential is an Inside Job
Your Happiness & Influence EQ
Where are you on the spectrum? 1 = Fearful, Angry, Victimized, Small 5 = Semi-Resentful, Frustrated, Anxious 10 = Loving, Free, Peaceful, Expansive
#1 Reflection
What person or situation is this reminding me of?
What new thought, belief or
intention can I take away from this presentation?
#2 Reflection
Where am I sensing familiarity with my own actions, words or intents?
What is the source of my discomfort?
What new intention and/or behavior will contribute to my well-being and
better self?
World Happiness Survey
Hundreds of Respondents Ages 18 – 90+ 28 States and 24 Countries 65% Female | 35% Male Single, Married, Divorced, in a Relationship High School up to PhD Level
5 Things We Really Want
1. Healthy Relationships (no drama) 2. Peace of Mind 3. Freedom 4. Purpose & Fulfillment 5. Personal Confidence
The Path to Influence & Happiness
1974 2016
Your Choice of Perception
What Do You See? Do your eyes see what you don’t have . . . or what you do?
What do you see? Wholeness or Divisions
What are you thinking?
Thoughts Create Things (Dr. Emoto’s Crystal Experiments)
Two Paradigms
Pebble Influence Effect
Pebbles Create Circles of Influence
Influence
The capacity to have an effect on the
character, development or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.
Origin of Influence An Astrological Term
"streaming ethereal power from the stars acting upon character or destiny of men"
Assume Your Internal Seat of Authority
Influencing from Above (Listening)
Angry employee incident gave rise to new leadership atmosphere.
“Thank you for allowing me to make mistakes.”
Influencing from Below
(Advocating)
Vice President of Sales re-thinks a potentially disastrous decision
Influencing Abroad (Cultivating Consistent Culture)
Traveling Corporate Trainer notices different culture, remarks and wants to learn
What Part am I Playing in the Dance?
Work | Family | Friendships | Social Circles Spouse | Partner | Significant Other
A Single Crystal Light Bulb
YOU
Several Crystal Light Bulbs in Unison
You and Others
What Creates Happiness in a Culture? Seeing Value & Worth in Everyone
Pride in Contributing One’s Best n Unified, harmonized mission n Everyone has a purpose & contribution n All are respected, heard & valued n Transparency and Trust n Lack of Attack and Negative Competition n Culture of Fun and Celebration n Modeling
#1 Reflection
What person or situation is this reminding me of?
What new thought, belief or
intention can I take away from this presentation?
#2 Reflection
Where am I sensing familiarity with my own actions, words or intents?
What is the source of my discomfort?
What new intention and/or behavior will contribute to my well-being and
better self?
Your Happiness & Influence EQ
Where are you on the spectrum? 1 = Fearful, Angry, Victimized, Small 5 = Semi-Resentful, Frustrated, Anxious 10 = Loving, Free, Peaceful, Expansive
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