Treasure Coast Barter, Itex, works with companies all over the United States. We believe that barter is one of the best ways to meet news business owners and try new products and experiences. In order to be a great barter company, you have to first be a great business. How do you accomplish that? Before you can succeed you must first believe.
There is an old saying about life that says, I’ll believe it when I see it. In the success training community, the saying is the opposite, I’ll believe it then I’ll see it, meaning the results.
In modern culture there is scientific proof that visualization of our success most often leads to success. Mind you, one can’t just sit in a chair visualizing themselves as a champion athlete. Becoming a champion athlete takes plenty of physical hard work, training and dedication. But detailed imagery of an athlete’s routine can and does help them to succeed. if you have ever watched the Olympics, you will see the athletes going through each step of their routine while they wait for their turn in the competition.
It’s not much different in our business lives. Each of us has goals we want to achieve, and insecurities that keep us from our goals. Self-doubt can sabotage a big project. Before that happens, it is a good idea to go through some positive imaging steps with your team, and on your own, to visualize a successful outcome. Networking is a big part of exposing your business to others in your community. Those one minute elevator speeches can be terrifying the first few times you get up and do them. Preparing something ahead of time, timing yourself and visualizing a positive response to your speech is a very smart way to ensure your one minutes goes well.
As a manager or company owner, supporting employees’ efforts, getting them excited for a positive outcome and recognition all go a long way towards inspiring them to reach their goals. Some companies offer incentives to go along with support, and let’s face it, there aren’t many of us who wouldn’t like winning an award for our hard work?
As in any situation, the best reward, at least in business, is happy customers who refer others businesses to you. That’s what I strive for here at Treasure Coast Barter.
Liz Bowler
