Entrepreneur's Tip of the Week: Be Happy
Posted by Vicki Donlan on Sun, Aug 08, 2010 @ 05:59 AM
No one can deny that the economy is in tough shape and small business owners know this more than anyone..HOWEVER..as an entrepreneur you have a responsibility to raise morale for your employees, your customers and yourself. Happiness is something we give ourselves. We cannot count on others or material things to create our happiness. The Golden Rule applies here...give unto others as you would have them give unto you. A savvy entrepreneur spends her/his time focusing on others and sharing goodwill and time to make the world a better place to live. Optimism is an attitude that is contagious. Successful entrepreneurs are optimistic and believe in themselves as well as their business. If we expect to do well and be happy we will be.
The small business owner who demonstrates an 'attitude of gratitude' for her/his employees, customers, and vendors will discover that the greatest gift of all is to let others know how much you value them. Ask yourself two questions:
"What role does happiness play in my success?"
"How does my happiness relate to money and wealth?"
The honest answers to these questions will enlighten you to your ability to find happiness in your business. Happiness and success are not necessarily interchangeable. We all know wealthy people who are not at all happy and happy people who know how to share the true riches in life - their time, energy, friendship, love humor and dedication.
So start today to be happy. Envision yourself as a winner. I truly believe that our happiness and success are based mostly on our expectations. If we expect to do well and be happy we will be ...it has always worked for me.
HIRE VICKI TO SPEAK AT YOUR NEXT EVENT!