Putting Our Communication to WorkBy Sinikka WaughThis one is generally asked by people who are sensitive to time pressure, or who are naturally fast movers and talkers themselves. They find themselves interacting with another human who moves at a slower pace, talks at a slower pace, or completes work later or slower than they themselves would like.
Let me offer three tips: First - Figure what motivates you. Really and truly, stop and reflect on what’s driving your thoughts. The gist is generally something like “if I really stopped and said what I’m really thinking out loud, I would say, ‘you work too slowly...why can’t you be fast like me?’” Yikes. That feels like a value judgment... Have I decided that person is somehow less than I am because of their pace? Have I decided I am somehow better because of my pace? If you take a moment to search your thoughts, and find a hint of judgment, stop. Let it go. Find something else about the person that you do value so that you have not devalued another human because of their working speed. Second - Figure out what motivates them.
What motivates them to complete work or to finish a thought? Once you understand what motivates them, you can appeal to that sense of motivation and help them use it to their advantage. Third - Adjust you to meet their needs.
Part of the joy of working with other humans is we are all different. We are motivated and inspired by different things. And our differences make our end results stronger and better. Delight in the differences of those around you! Don’t assume we are motivated by the same things. Rather, take the opportunity to motivate others in the way that works best for them. | |
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