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Convert Shortcomings Into Your Strengths this New Year

Convert Shortcomings Into Your Strengths this New Year

Somehow, over time, many people believe they need to be perfect or else stupidity is theirs. Why? The collective criticism heard over time builds up to a seemingly insurmountable obstacle. And then it’s a downhill slide as one will beat themselves up daily until they tell themselves, ‘It’s no use; I may as well give up.’

But what if you erased that thought and made it a positive declaration, such as, ‘I erred, but I’m not dumb because I’m willing to learn and improve my endeavors!’ This common issue prompts our blog: Convert Shortcomings Into Your Strengths this New Year

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Convert Shortcomings Into Your Strengths this New Year

Perception and Facts

Often, it takes many years to realize that the people who put others down are jealous of their talent. Sadly, after hearing the negative commentary non-stop for many years, one begins to believe what one hears. The best remedy is to converse with oneself to identify the common thread of insults and consider how to fix the issue. 

Drowning 

Over time, harassment often makes one almost silent and afraid to express one’s thoughts. Worse, accepting non-communication further harms the communicative spirit. For business, withdrawing from communication can make us feel like drowning in a swamp. It’s best to seek professional help the moment the realization hits.

My entry into professional sales exponentially expanded the need for help with communications. I wasn’t allowed to train because it wasn’t worth the cost of training a female. Yet, it was my first time in the profession, and I had no clue what to say or how to express what was necessary. 

Life Jacket

Almost magically, someone suggested that I take a public speaking class. Many excuses came to mind, but the overriding one was to be a good role model for our young family. This scary step set me on the right course for the remaining years of my career, which continues today. 

I began the public speaking course by being afraid to announce my name on the first night. However, I embraced the suggestions, practiced them, and finally became the grand prize winner at the end of the course. Genuinely connecting with people and groups is a valuable skill for all endeavors. My clientele all referred to me as ‘a breath of fresh air!’

Sharing the Life Jacket Spirit

After eleven successful years in sales, I began my third venture into entrepreneurship. Initially, I taught sales teams and entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley better communication skills for closing sales. Later, I delivered inspirational and motivational keynotes at conferences, with the underlying message, ‘Never give up; find a better way!’ The thunderous standing ovations let me know that the audience was motivated to do so.

Career Review

It’s wise to consider how we arrived where we are now frequently and the lessons we learned along the way. Often, there is a common theme among the lessons. It may be worthwhile to consider sharing what we learn over time to encourage others to believe in themselves and, instead of self-criticism, move toward self-improvement. 

Story-Sharing

The one vital skill I took away from the early public speaking class was to be an avid storyteller. But it isn’t just to share our unique story but to encourage those we encounter to do the same. It is the exchange of experiences that increases trust in one another. For business, trust is the essence of Smooth Sale, which encourages returning and referring clientele.

Conclusion: Convert Shortcomings Into Your Strengths this New Year

We each have the discretion to complain about circumstances and give up or realize the help we may need to climb out of the perceived sinkhole. Selecting the latter method is almost like our rescue team as we begin to live the life we originally envisioned. It all starts with belief in oneself and stating, yes, I Can! – and then doing whatever it may take to make the improvements and achieve the success that you desire.

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Sales Tips: Convert Shortcomings Into Your Strengths this New Year

1. Commit to your long-term vision for accomplishment(s) to enjoy business success. 
2. Maintain a positive mindset when hurdles arise. 
3. Realize how you want to build your business to embrace the theme and communicate on all platforms.
4. Research top competitors to realize how they serve their clientele and how to differentiate your company.
5. Brainstorm with trusted peers and partners concerning potential brand improvement and expansion steps.
6. At team meetings, inquire whether anyone is experiencing issues with the vocabulary or images and if they have new ideas for consideration. 
7. Walk away from those who insult you and collaborate with those who show appreciation.
8. At the end of all communications, ask the other party or people if they have questions to ensure clarification.
9. ‘Don’t give up – find a better way!’
10. Celebrate Success!

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Elinor Stutz International Best-Selling Author

Elinor Stutz broke through barriers long before doing so was popular. Against all the odds, she defied the theme “women can’t sell” to become the top producer at every company she ever worked for, ignoring attempts to get her to quit.

Eleven years later, I lay motionless on a stretcher with an irreparably broken neck. Two visions appearing before me, and a brilliant gold light encasing my entire body, gave me a reason to believe I would recover. I wholeheartedly knew I was about to empower audiences far and wide. At the moment, I negotiated a full recovery with the promise to be of service. The surgeon and hospital staff anointed me with the title “The Walking Miracle.”

As the CEO of Smooth Sale, Stutz adapted the motto, “Believe, Become, Empower.” Believe in yourself; Become the person you envision; Empower your audience to do the same. Stutz is on the Social Media Committee for Inclusion Allies Coalition devoted to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.