Russ Edelman is the founder of Nice Guy Strategies in Burlington and co-author of the upcoming book: Nice Guys Can Get The Corner Office: 8 Strategies for Winning in Business Without Being A Jerk. For more information, visit www.niceguystratgies.com.
1. You’re Not Alone
Sixty-one percent of the people we surveyed indicated that they were “too nice” in business.
2. Your Rights
There are 8 key strategies to finding the balance in being nice and successful and we refer to these as the “Bill of Rights.”
3. Self-Awareness
Learn about yourself — know your strengths and weaknesses.
4. Speak Up
Learn to express your opinions and be heard.
5. Set Boundaries
Learn to set clear, strong, and appropriate boundaries.
6. Confront
Learn to face issues directly and without fear.
7. Choose
Learn to make choices without guilt.
8. Expect Results
Learn to hold others and yourself accountable.
9. Be Bold
Learn to take chances and push the envelope.
10. Don’t Be Afraid of Winning
Learn how to finish first respectfully and fairly.
