We all have different trigger points – when the hair on the back of our neck rises and we have the strong desire to flee the room.   For me it is when I hear ‘whiners’ begin with a tirade of their latest problem.

As executive coaches we work with individuals who strive to improve. Whether it is career advancement, leadership growth, or something as key as finding more joy in their careers.  See our Top 10 steps.

10 steps to reclaiming joy in your career:

1.    Identify what gives you joy in your career – when do you truly smile?

2.    List what is impacting your joy…this is a much harder list.

Customer experience is sometimes defined by knowing your customers name.   I’ve always thought that was rather an entry level marker on service.  What makes service stand out is when anticipation of customers needs is executed- it can really bring a smile to persons face.

Five traits you would want to notice in your team members.  Do you bring these traits to the office?

1. Energy – joy – laughter – a smile
2. Focus on results – accountabilities – what can we do to help or achieve
3. Living company core values
4. Problem solvers – adjust and adapt, they rise to the occasion in figuring out solutions, options and alternatives
5. Engagement – open – curious