THE FOUR AGREEMENTS

Thank goodness I learned about the Four Agreements way back when. This week was certainly a test of my resolve.

Agreement 1️⃣ – Be impeccable with your word

Words shape one’s reputation and culture and this week I needed to especially communicate clearly and have constructive conversations that created a bunch of positive outcomes. No “he said, they said, she said”…just positive, transparent, and open dialogue.

Agreement 2️⃣ – Don’t take anything personally

It’s so easy to have a victim mentality when things don’t quite go your way. There were a bunch of “why is this happening FOR me vs happening TO me” situations this week. Still don’t have all the answers, but hey ho, onwards and upwards.

Agreement 3️⃣ – Don’t make assumptions

How many times do you assume what folk want only to be disappointed when you aren’t aligned? It was a close call, but thankfully the questions I asked clarified expectations and prevented possible costly errors, potential conflict, and some real inefficiencies.

Agreement 4️⃣ – Always do your best

This should be a “given”…but this week it seemed to be an exception and not a norm from a few. Must have been Monday & Tuesday blues, and so by Wednesday they managed to get back on track and we ended the week how we should have started.

Integrating and applying “The Four Agreements” into your leadership style will create an environment for your teams that will foster and guide effective decision-making.

Not having it in place is probably why you’re having the issues you are. You know what to do!