163: Ask Denis: The Power of Words
Our words as leaders, and even as individuals, have such a massive impact on others. What you say, and how you say it, can either build people up, or tear them down. In my own life, I remember both positive and negative comments said to me even from 30 years ago! Knowing that your words carry weight, how can we as leaders give feedback well, and what should the thought process about the words we\u2019re going to use look like?
On this episode:
- Listen to this story, where words said to me 30 years ago still impact me today. We carry the weight of words on our shoulders, so let\u2019s talk about how we use them to build up others.
- While positive words are beautiful, they need to be held up by authenticity. Let\u2019s take a look at your internal dialogue as well, what you say, and HOW you say it.
Key Takeaways:
- Your words have massive impact and can carry on for a lifetime
- Let\u2019s think about the kind of feedback we give and how to give it
- Be aware of your words, but remember it needs to be authentic
- The words you use internally are just as important
- Your \u2018how\u2019 is as important as your \u2018what\u2019
- What are you listening to? What goes in is what comes out
Tweetable Quotes:
\u201cYou need to be authentic with whatever you\u2019re saying, because if you\u2019re not authentic with words, the actions aren\u2019t going to marry up.\u201d - Denis Gianoutsos
\u201cRegularly check in with yourself to see what kind of words you\u2019re using with yourself internally and externally with others as well\u2026\u201d - Denis Gianoutsos
\u201cWe have the voice of impact; our voice, our words, and everything we share has impact\u2026 the power of words is massive.\u201d - Denis Gianoutsos
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Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.com
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