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Introduction Management is not a term coined for managers alone. Just like leadership is not just for leaders. We all manage, and we all lead; these are not actions reserved for only those people who happen to hold these “positions” in a company. In fact self-governance or self-management is the key to one’s success. Let’s see how we can manage ourselves better. This module comprises of some tips, techniques and exercises that will help you manage your emotions, feelings and relationships effectively.
This module is divided into 5 topics: • Knowing Thyself • Managing Negative Emotions • Facing Setbacks with Courage • Staying Motivated • Living with Enthusiasm
1. Knowing Thyself The first and foremost step for self-management is to know your self better. We may sometimes say to ourselves “I know me very well, inside out!!” that’s true to a certain extent. However; be mindful of the fact that all human beings have a ‘blind spot’ somewhere and we are unaware of it. There are some techniques to help you discover these blind spots and know yourselves better. Let us now, examine two such techniques: • SWOT Analysis • Johari Window
SWOT Analysis SWOT is a tool for self discovery. The more we discover our self , more avenues open up to succeed in life. To know about this technique of self discovery, first read the word document attached and later take up the exercise to do an analysis on your self. Click the icon to read the article After you read the article, click the icon to take the exercise to do a SWOT analysis on your self.
Johari Window This is yet another tool that helps you to discover the blind spots and uncover them. To take the exercise, click here.
2. Managing Negative Emotions“It’s not what happens to you , but how you react that matters.”- Epictetus Introduction: As the leader of any group, problems are inevitable. So…how do you react? Do you lead with your gut…or your head? This is the dilemma that most people face. When problems arise at work, one can choose to react with either impulse or reason. As each situation plays out, the better reaction is clear. Viewers recognize that how you react often has a far greater impact—on morale, on retention, on productivity—than any specific problem ever could. The key to managing other people is learning how to manage you. Few negative emotions we need to manage are: anger, frustration, jealousy, desperation, fear, worry, anxiety etc.
Key Learning Points • Don’t attack. Teach. • Don’t take sides. Mediate. • Don’t blame. Solve. • Don’t close doors. Open doors. • Don’t argue. Negotiate. • Don’t avoid. Confront.
If you practice and implement the above strategies in your life, you can manage both work and personal life effectively. Let’s see how we can do this: • When someone makes a mistake…..do not attack but teach them something new. • When there is a disagreement among a group of people………do not take sides. Instead mediate and look at the end objective of the discussion. • When a threat/challenge arises because of a personal folly……..do not blame, but solve the issue. • When trying to make a point or to create a buy in for an argument…….do not close the doors, open them for suggestions and opinions. • When there is a difference of opinion…….respond calmly to an angry confrontation and negotiate a satisfactory solution. • When faced with a challenge…….do not avoid the problem, confront it with confidence.
Agree to Disagree:“The only way to get the best out of an argument, is to avoid it”- Dale Carnegie Words to avoid: • “You’re wrong” • “That is so stupid” • “You have absolutely no idea” • “No” • “That’s incorrect” Words to be used: • “I appreciate your view on the subject, however……” • “Lets look at this issue from a different angle…..” • “The other side of the story is that…..” • “I get your point, now lets see the other side of the coin…” • “Ok, I’ve heard you. Now please listen to what I have to say about this…”
Learn to respond and not react! Here is a very interesting presentation which tells you more on how to practise responding. This principle is known as the 90-10 principle. Click the icon to learn more.
3. Facing Setbacks with Courage First, watch this short film based on a true life incident: Click here to watch the video. Easier said than done! Experiencing a defeat, facing it with courage, and coming in terms with reality is an extremely daunting task! One quality than can help us in such difficult times to fight back with confidence is Resilience.
Resilience Resilience is that ineffable quality that allows some people to be knocked down by life and come back stronger than ever. Here is an inspirational write up on resilience and how one can become resilient. Click the icon below to read the article: Click here, to view another motivational video on lives of some famous people, and the resilience they had exhibited.
4. Staying Motivated Staying motivated is vital for your success in any field. Here are some ways to stay motivated. • Develop a positive attitude • Be inspired by successful people around you • Set your goals and work each day towards achieving them
Positive Attitude Success can be said to be made out of three major ingredients: • Knowledge • Skills • Attitude Study any successful person’s life and you will realize that it is his/her attitude towards life that made them successful, and not their knowledge/talent/abilities alone. Watch this interesting video to learn more: click here.
Being Inspired-Every man I meet is superior in some way and I learn from him. Another way to stay motivated, is to draw inspiration from great leaders and successful people. Click the icon below to read the inspirational life story of Steve Jobs.
Set your Goals Learn to set smart goals which will help you stay motivated to accomplish them. (To know more about setting goals and vision, go through the module, ‘Vision for Future’) Celebrate success, however small it may be!
5. Living with Enthusiasm“A man can succeed at almost anything for which he has unlimited enthusiasm” - Charles Schwab Here is the ten-lettered word that spreads positive energy. Enthusiasm is contagious. It will inspire you to do the things necessary for success. It reflects the inner glow in a person’s heart. Click below icon to read an article on Enthusiasm.
Experience Sharing Please share your experiences after applying the principles outlined in this course. info@waveson.in
