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ROCK STAR! Two powerful words that summon images of supercharged energy,
quintessential edginess and one who is loved by millions.
So what does it take to skyrocket to fame as a rock star in the
workplace?
1. HONE YOUR CRAFT AND PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE.
Overnight sensations are a myth.
2. BE ORIGINAL
Challenge norms and break conventions.
Come to the table with new ideas and don’t
rehash the old ones.
3. ASSEMBLE THE RIGHT BAND
Smooth and soulful harmony doesn’t happen
all on its own. Think of your co-workers as your
band members. The sound is much better
when everyone is playing on the same sheet of
music.
4. BUILD YOUR FAN CLUB
Everyone around you is important. That
includes the co-worker that sits beside of
you, the receptionist at the front desk, the
woman who sells you your coffee, and the
other leaders in the company.
5. PLAY MUSIC PEOPLE WANT TO HEAR
Even if you’re the most compelling speaker in
the world, people won’t listen to you if you don’t
have a tune that strikes the chord.
6. DON’T BE A ONE-HIT WONDER
You’re only as good as your last performance.
You have to bring “it” every day so that people are
left with the right impression.
7. CHOOSE YOUR VENUE WISELY
Where you play makes a difference to your
success. You have to be happy with the
venue or you are more likely not going to
give your best. Bad cultures can drain
your energy and you won’t be at peak
performance if that happens.
8. LEARN TO PLAY SEVERAL INSTRUMENTS
Do you just want to be the lead singer or do you
want to know how to play a couple of
instruments as well?
Wearing multiple hats at work is sometimes
needed.
9. DON’T LET YOUR EGO GET THE BEST OF YOU
If you let your ego fill the room, you won’t
have any room left for good ideas or other
people.
10. BUILD YOUR BRAND
What you have to offer can transmit a
very powerful message.