I am sure that you have heard how important to differentiate
yourself from the crowd, which generally means showing how you or what
you do/ represent is in some way interesting and unique. However, unless
you are prepared, ready, willing and able to take an objectively
introspective look within, this process may become both challenging, as
well as burdensome. Beware that it is only beneficial to stand out if it
is in a positive, inspiring way, and that others, as well as you,
perceive it to indeed be that way. It generally takes a combination of a
positive attitude and self - image to pursue this important challenge
in a productive manner, and to be willing to understand and evaluate
both your personal strengths as well as weaknesses or flaws. It might be
helpful to you if you did this by following and understanding these six
considerations. Whether you are seeking new employment, seeking some leadership position, or in a highly competitive industry/ field, such as Real Estate, dentistry, medicine, law, etc, it will help you, to better differentiate yourself, hopefully, in a positive way!
1) How are you different or unique? Do these merely make you somewhat odd, or do they rather make you stronger, more effective and relative? Are you willing and able to take personal ownership of these qualities and/ or assets?
2) What do you or can you offer that others (also known as the competition) either do not, cannot, or won't? How do you use, communicate and articulate these differences in the best, most beneficial and impactful manner?
3) What does your personal appearance, manner and mannerisms, and body language say about you? Are you willing to rehearse in a mirror in order to witness how you come off to others? Are you going to ask someone you trust, and believe in, for his unbiased feedback and evaluation? Do you look others directly in the eye, stand erect without crossing your arms, and take the time and a make a true effort to listen, without interrupting? Have you ever been objective enough to ask yourself if you would want to do business with you.
4) How do you address/ respond to concerns, questions or objections? Are you calm and patient, welcoming questions as a positive indication of interest, or do you become defensive, somewhat belligerent, and go on the offensive in a rather strong - armed manner?
5) Do you listen first, intently and effectively, before you respond, and to a far greater extent than you speak or interrupt? For most of us, this is indeed challenging!
6) Do you close the deal? Remember you must usually sell yourself before you can be convincing to others! Even if you wonderfully and perfectly perform the first five steps, you achieve little of a relevant or sustainable manner, without closing.
It is far better to be an original you, than any carbon copy of another, because it is how you are unique in a positive way, that attracts others to pay attention. Use these 6 Considerations for Making Yourself Stand Out.
1) How are you different or unique? Do these merely make you somewhat odd, or do they rather make you stronger, more effective and relative? Are you willing and able to take personal ownership of these qualities and/ or assets?
2) What do you or can you offer that others (also known as the competition) either do not, cannot, or won't? How do you use, communicate and articulate these differences in the best, most beneficial and impactful manner?
3) What does your personal appearance, manner and mannerisms, and body language say about you? Are you willing to rehearse in a mirror in order to witness how you come off to others? Are you going to ask someone you trust, and believe in, for his unbiased feedback and evaluation? Do you look others directly in the eye, stand erect without crossing your arms, and take the time and a make a true effort to listen, without interrupting? Have you ever been objective enough to ask yourself if you would want to do business with you.
4) How do you address/ respond to concerns, questions or objections? Are you calm and patient, welcoming questions as a positive indication of interest, or do you become defensive, somewhat belligerent, and go on the offensive in a rather strong - armed manner?
5) Do you listen first, intently and effectively, before you respond, and to a far greater extent than you speak or interrupt? For most of us, this is indeed challenging!
6) Do you close the deal? Remember you must usually sell yourself before you can be convincing to others! Even if you wonderfully and perfectly perform the first five steps, you achieve little of a relevant or sustainable manner, without closing.
It is far better to be an original you, than any carbon copy of another, because it is how you are unique in a positive way, that attracts others to pay attention. Use these 6 Considerations for Making Yourself Stand Out.
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