Set Higher Standards by YogiRavi

Ramblings from a 30-something ultra-marathoning yogi with a day job.

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

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What you (or a customer, or a partner, etc.) do is far more powerful than what you say. We know in marketing that the best form of marketing is a referral from someone who has actually used and can vouch for a product. In family situations, kids learn best not by being told what to do, but by watching their parents and siblings. I witnessed this first-hand by observing my niece (who is almost 2) learn new words and skills just by watching others!

In whatever you do, if you want to be at cause – that is to say, if you want to create a change in any part of your workplace or you personal life – take action and let those actions speak for themselves. People will also be more receptive to a new idea if they aren’t sold on it. Best let them learn from your example.

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Written by YogiRavi

February 22, 2010 at 9:18 pm

Posted in Leadership

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  1. “Preach the Gospel at all times. When necessary use words.”

    St Francis of Assisi

    ultrarunner

    March 5, 2010 at 12:53 am

  2. I like this very much, it is so true! I worked with a teacher who practiced this and I learned so much from her. She made a big impact on my life.

    Renee

    February 25, 2010 at 6:36 am


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