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Crash Course on Motivation

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/