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May 21

Start With Why

  • May 21, 2019
  • Donna
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  • Communication, Life & Learning, Questions

We’ve already discussed how to reframe the way you think about important conversations to help you achieve your intended outcome. But do you actually know what your intended outcome is? How often do you pause and determine WHY you are having a conversation?

While there is recognition of the importance of defining purpose for an organization or for a person (life purpose), it’s also essential for your conversations if you want to make them matter.

conversation purpose

Consider these questions before initiating your next important conversation:

  • How can you start the conversation so that you can understand the other person’s needs, objectives or position and accomplish a mutually beneficial outcome?
     
  • What result do you need from the interaction? Start with a BLUF – Bottom Line Up Front. Be clear and specific about what you hope to accomplish..
     
  • What questions can you ask that create space for your results?

Take a few minutes to define your WHY. Share your BLUF. Knowing and sharing your why will make your conversations more purposeful, meaningful and impactful.

Donna

About The Author

Donna is a culture change strategist, leadership coach, keynote speaker and a Rebel Leader. She helps other leaders lead from the exponential power that comes from the core of who they are, rather than trying to fit into a leadership mold. With Donna's assistance, leaders solidify change more rapidly and successfully through the power of Culturally Intelligent Change. As a co-creator of the Flourishing Workplace, she helps organizations get clear on the culture they need to have in order to achieve their objectives, then helps them move towards that ideal. Donna was on the team that founded the global Association of Change Management Professionals; which she then helped lead for 9 years. She travels the world enjoying wine with Leadership Uncorked, and is the author of the upcoming Rebel Leader Field Guide series of leadership books.

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