Part Two of Four - Play
FISH! - It started off as a film, then created into a book, and now a worldwide phenomenon about changing an environment, namely a workplace environment (but you could do this in just about any environment), into one that is more inspirational, creative and innovative. Read more about FISH!
There are four principles in FISH!:
Choose Your Attitude
Play
Be There
Make Their Day
Today's "Gone Fishing" blog entry is: Play
In this principle we're looking at having fun! What a brilliant philosophy! Imagine being given permission to have a good time at work.
So, are you waiting for your boss or company to give you permission, or are you willing to give it to yourself? This is another attitude choice, isn't it?
Playing at work doesn't necessarily mean that you start throwing a football around the office, or reading joke emails every hour. It's about creating a light atmosphere where there's an ability to really enjoy time with your colleagues, to reduce the impact of stress and to have an outlet to be a bit creative.
For some, being playful might also be about letting go of just a bit of reserved control and to loosen up just a little. I'm sure you can imagine someone that statement fits with. Maybe it's you. Imagine the difference for that person and others. Maybe you can invite them to come out and play.
Coaching Exercises
1. What does being "playful" mean to you? You can consider both attitudes and behviours in your answer.
2. How often do you play? Is it different for work compared to other parts of your life?
3. Would you like to be playing more? Where? What effect do you think it'll have on you? On others? Can you imagine big outcomes, such as increased team efficiency, reduced sick days, overall happier morale?
4. Who could you be inviting to play with you? In fact, if you're not sure you know how to play, who could you get to teach you? What specifically are you committing to?
Please remember that some changes take time and repteated practice to get right.
As always, if you need any further personal support in response to any of these coaching exercies, please consider using the askacoach.com service.
All the best,
Noel
Noel Posus - Master Coach
www.askacoach.com
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