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The 10 most important words:
“That's an honest mistake. Let's focus on what we've learned.”
The 9 most important words:
“Why don't you take the lead on this one?”
The 8 most important words:
“Let me pass along what I have learned.”
The 7 most important words:
“What can I do to help you?”
The 6 most important words:
“I really am glad you're here.”
The 5 most important words:
“You did a great job!”
The 4 most important words:
“What do YOU think?”
The 3 most important words:
“Let's work together.”
The 2 most important words:
“Thank you.”
The MOST important word:
“YOU.”
What motivating words are the most important to you?
Reference: Baldoni, J. & Harvey, E. (2002). 180 Ways To Walk The Motivation Talk. p. 16 Dallas: The Walk the Talk Company. 180 Ways to Walk the Motivation Talk is available on loan from the Ohio State University Leadership Center. A complete listing of all the Leadership Center's resources is available on their website http://leadershipcenter.osu.edu/