Self-empowerment works from the inside out. It is more than an attitude, it is an overall feeling of effectiveness. In this workbook style book you'll be inspired to reach your desired level of excellence with tips on how to foster mutually supportive working relationships as well as how to feel more comfortable with being accountable for making decisions. This book is meant to help employees develop a sense of ownership in their jobs and in their organizations to achieve personal and professional success.
Table Of Contents:
Part 1: The Need for Self-Empowerment
Trusting Others to Act Responsibly
Relating Cooperatively with Others
Achieving Personal Success
Part 2: Building Blocks of Self-Empowerment
Understanding Self-Esteem
Assessing Self-Image
Embracing Positive Self-Talk
Engaging in Self-Determination
Expecting Positive Outcomes
Recognizing Selective Perception
Self-Programming for Success
Part 3: Interpersonal Skills
Communicating What You Want
Saying It Straight
Negotiating Contractual Agreements
Recognizing Conflict Roles
Interpreting Conflict Interaction
Improving Listening Skills
Evaluating Common Responses
Listening to Foster Communication
Resolving Conflict Through Active Listening
Part 4: Management Skills
Interacting with Your Employees
Delegating to Empower Others
Receiving a Delegated Assignment
Recovering and Learning from Mistakes
Coaching Employees Through Their Mistakes
Redefining People Problems
Confronting Unacceptable Behavior
Formulating a Positive Confrontation
Defusing Emotional Reactions
Part 5: Your Personal Development Program
Identifying Values and Priorities
Establishing Priorities
Setting Goals to Achieve Your Vision
Creating Support Systems
Rewarding Yourself
Maintaining Momentum
Appendix
Author's Comments on the Case Studies
Author's Suggested Responses to Exercises
Table Of Contents:
Part 1: The Need for Self-Empowerment
Trusting Others to Act Responsibly
Relating Cooperatively with Others
Achieving Personal Success
Part 2: Building Blocks of Self-Empowerment
Understanding Self-Esteem
Assessing Self-Image
Embracing Positive Self-Talk
Engaging in Self-Determination
Expecting Positive Outcomes
Recognizing Selective Perception
Self-Programming for Success
Part 3: Interpersonal Skills
Communicating What You Want
Saying It Straight
Negotiating Contractual Agreements
Recognizing Conflict Roles
Interpreting Conflict Interaction
Improving Listening Skills
Evaluating Common Responses
Listening to Foster Communication
Resolving Conflict Through Active Listening
Part 4: Management Skills
Interacting with Your Employees
Delegating to Empower Others
Receiving a Delegated Assignment
Recovering and Learning from Mistakes
Coaching Employees Through Their Mistakes
Redefining People Problems
Confronting Unacceptable Behavior
Formulating a Positive Confrontation
Defusing Emotional Reactions
Part 5: Your Personal Development Program
Identifying Values and Priorities
Establishing Priorities
Setting Goals to Achieve Your Vision
Creating Support Systems
Rewarding Yourself
Maintaining Momentum
Appendix
Author's Comments on the Case Studies
Author's Suggested Responses to Exercises
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