“To avoid criticism, do nothing,
say nothing, be nothing.”
– Elbert Hubbard (1856–1915)
American publisher and writer
Sales thought…
You can draw value from a naysayer or cynic by remaining objective and positive in your thinking (yes, it can be tough).
Occasionally, they’ll point out valid hurdles or challenges you haven’t seen (even if they present it like an @ss). With their help, if you can remain objective/detached (and keep your ego in check), you’ll have a better chance of getting something valuable from the interaction.
Stay objective. Be no ego. Get value. (Seriously)
(5 ways to get your ego out of the way)
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How long’s it been since you evaluated your sales value? Here’s our guide to a formal evaluation (great for managers to use with their team too). In the second paragraph is a link to our short version.
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Today’s quote is by Elbert Hubbard who wrote A Message to Garcia (1500-word classic on Initiative and Responsibility). Do you have your free downloadable copy? It’s one of our favorites. We’ve even created a fun version for kids.
(No Gomo printable reminders are here.)
Connect with Sam (guy behind this stuff)…
Michele Davies says:
Thank you for this quote and the ego check…..It was truely needed and spoke clearly to me!!
27 January 2012