The Value of Paying Attention
ATTENTION is defined as the act of applying the mind to something.
Every day it seems more difficult to do. With work, family, the world and multiple electronic devices feeding us information at the same time, it’s a wonder we get anything done well. The value of paying attention though shows up in increased productivity, safer working conditions and higher profitability. The simple act of paying attention creates higher quality work, whether in services or products. Having fewer failures, errors, quality defects, and accidents leads to an increase in the bottom line and the overall morale of a workplace environment. On an interpersonal level, truly paying attention to a colleague creates a bond that transcends every interaction you have together. In a world where we see millions of bits of information every day, paying attention has become a skill that needs to be reintroduced and retooled.
How can you do this? Simply take the time to pay more attention to what is going on around you. Deliberately make a choice to create space in your day to notice a colleague doing something well. Acknowledge what you observe directly to them and explain exactly what they did. Instead of a nondescript “Good job”, be specific: “You handled the interaction with Mr. Smith well.” Timely and personal attention is appreciated deeply.
How many times a day do you stop to notice what those around you are doing? How often do you express an encouraging word?
“The quality of your life is determined by the focus of your attention.”
—Cheri Huber
Excerpt from Blueprint for Employee Engagement – 37 Essential Elements to Influence, Innovate & Inspire.
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Julie Ann Sullivan is your catalyst of culture. She works with companies to catapult their success, from the inside, out. The result is accelerated business growth.
Julie Ann Sullivan’s diverse background gives her a unique business perspective. She earned a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting, earning the designation of CPA and spent decades involved in accounting and business functionality. In addition, Julie Ann is an expert level Certified Laughter Leader and trainer.
Julie Ann is also an international best-selling author. In the 2018 release of her book, Blueprint for Employee Engagement, 37 Essential Elements to Influence, Innovate and Inspire, she created a roadmap for the complex journey to create a best place to work. Her newest book, Catalysts of Culture – How Visionary Leaders Activate the Employee Experience, is based on her extensive research, experience and interviews with C-Suite leaders on her podcast, Businesses that Care.
Julie Ann is also host to the worldwide streaming of podcasts, Mere Mortals Unite and Businesses That Care (BTC). On BTC, Julie Ann interviews C-Suite Leaders and experts on who have created and sustained award-winning places to work.
Julie Ann has taught at Robert Morris, Duquesne and Washington & Jefferson Universities. As a Professional Speaker, she has worked with companies such as, McDonald's USA, Howard Hanna Financial, Highmark and Bayer, US. She is known for her expertise, innovation, humor and engaging her clients. Culture consulting and leadership coaching allow Julie Ann the ability to deep dive into an organization’s daily environment.
Julie Ann lives in Pittsburgh, PA with her Wonder Dog, Joy.|Julie Ann Sullivan is your catalyst of culture. She works with companies to catapult their success, from the inside, out. The result is accelerated business growth.
Julie Ann Sullivan’s diverse background gives her a unique business perspective. She earned a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting, earning the designation of CPA and spent decades involved in accounting and business functionality. In addition, Julie Ann is an expert level Certified Laughter Leader and trainer.
Julie Ann is also an international best-selling author. In the 2018 release of her book, Blueprint for Employee Engagement, 37 Essential Elements to Influence, Innovate and Inspire, she created a roadmap for the complex journey to create a best place to work. Her newest book, Catalysts of Culture – How Visionary Leaders Activate the Employee Experience, is based on her extensive research, experience and interviews with C-Suite leaders on her podcast, Businesses that Care.
Julie Ann is also host to the worldwide streaming of podcasts, Mere Mortals Unite and Businesses That Care (BTC). On BTC, Julie Ann interviews C-Suite Leaders and experts on who have created and sustained award-winning places to work.
Julie Ann has taught at Robert Morris, Duquesne and Washington & Jefferson Universities. As a Professional Speaker, she has worked with companies such as, McDonald's USA, Howard Hanna Financial, Highmark and Bayer, US. She is known for her expertise, innovation, humor and engaging her clients. Culture consulting and leadership coaching allow Julie Ann the ability to deep dive into an organization’s daily environment.
Julie Ann lives in Pittsburgh, PA with her Wonder Dog, Joy.|Julie Ann Sullivan is your catalyst of culture. She works with companies to catapult their success, from the inside, out. The result is accelerated business growth.
Julie Ann Sullivan’s diverse background gives her a unique business perspective. She earned a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting, earning the designation of CPA and spent decades involved in accounting and business functionality. In addition, Julie Ann is an expert level Certified Laughter Leader and trainer.
Julie Ann is also an international best-selling author. In the 2018 release of her book, Blueprint for Employee Engagement, 37 Essential Elements to Influence, Innovate and Inspire, she created a roadmap for the complex journey to create a best place to work. Her newest book, Catalysts of Culture – How Visionary Leaders Activate the Employee Experience, is based on her extensive research, experience and interviews with C-Suite leaders on her podcast, Businesses that Care.
Julie Ann is also host to the worldwide streaming of podcasts, Mere Mortals Unite and Businesses That Care (BTC). On BTC, Julie Ann interviews C-Suite Leaders and experts on who have created and sustained award-winning places to work.
Julie Ann has taught at Robert Morris, Duquesne and Washington & Jefferson Universities. As a Professional Speaker, she has worked with companies such as, McDonald's USA, Howard Hanna Financial, Highmark and Bayer, US. She is known for her expertise, innovation, humor and engaging her clients. Culture consulting and leadership coaching allow Julie Ann the ability to deep dive into an organization’s daily environment.
Julie Ann lives in Pittsburgh, PA with her Wonder Dog, Joy.
Julie Ann Sullivan’s diverse background gives her a unique business perspective. She earned a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting, earning the designation of CPA and spent decades involved in accounting and business functionality. In addition, Julie Ann is an expert level Certified Laughter Leader and trainer.
Julie Ann is also an international best-selling author. In the 2018 release of her book, Blueprint for Employee Engagement, 37 Essential Elements to Influence, Innovate and Inspire, she created a roadmap for the complex journey to create a best place to work. Her newest book, Catalysts of Culture – How Visionary Leaders Activate the Employee Experience, is based on her extensive research, experience and interviews with C-Suite leaders on her podcast, Businesses that Care.
Julie Ann is also host to the worldwide streaming of podcasts, Mere Mortals Unite and Businesses That Care (BTC). On BTC, Julie Ann interviews C-Suite Leaders and experts on who have created and sustained award-winning places to work.
Julie Ann has taught at Robert Morris, Duquesne and Washington & Jefferson Universities. As a Professional Speaker, she has worked with companies such as, McDonald's USA, Howard Hanna Financial, Highmark and Bayer, US. She is known for her expertise, innovation, humor and engaging her clients. Culture consulting and leadership coaching allow Julie Ann the ability to deep dive into an organization’s daily environment.
Julie Ann lives in Pittsburgh, PA with her Wonder Dog, Joy.|Julie Ann Sullivan is your catalyst of culture. She works with companies to catapult their success, from the inside, out. The result is accelerated business growth.
Julie Ann Sullivan’s diverse background gives her a unique business perspective. She earned a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting, earning the designation of CPA and spent decades involved in accounting and business functionality. In addition, Julie Ann is an expert level Certified Laughter Leader and trainer.
Julie Ann is also an international best-selling author. In the 2018 release of her book, Blueprint for Employee Engagement, 37 Essential Elements to Influence, Innovate and Inspire, she created a roadmap for the complex journey to create a best place to work. Her newest book, Catalysts of Culture – How Visionary Leaders Activate the Employee Experience, is based on her extensive research, experience and interviews with C-Suite leaders on her podcast, Businesses that Care.
Julie Ann is also host to the worldwide streaming of podcasts, Mere Mortals Unite and Businesses That Care (BTC). On BTC, Julie Ann interviews C-Suite Leaders and experts on who have created and sustained award-winning places to work.
Julie Ann has taught at Robert Morris, Duquesne and Washington & Jefferson Universities. As a Professional Speaker, she has worked with companies such as, McDonald's USA, Howard Hanna Financial, Highmark and Bayer, US. She is known for her expertise, innovation, humor and engaging her clients. Culture consulting and leadership coaching allow Julie Ann the ability to deep dive into an organization’s daily environment.
Julie Ann lives in Pittsburgh, PA with her Wonder Dog, Joy.|Julie Ann Sullivan is your catalyst of culture. She works with companies to catapult their success, from the inside, out. The result is accelerated business growth.
Julie Ann Sullivan’s diverse background gives her a unique business perspective. She earned a BA in Psychology and an MBA in Accounting, earning the designation of CPA and spent decades involved in accounting and business functionality. In addition, Julie Ann is an expert level Certified Laughter Leader and trainer.
Julie Ann is also an international best-selling author. In the 2018 release of her book, Blueprint for Employee Engagement, 37 Essential Elements to Influence, Innovate and Inspire, she created a roadmap for the complex journey to create a best place to work. Her newest book, Catalysts of Culture – How Visionary Leaders Activate the Employee Experience, is based on her extensive research, experience and interviews with C-Suite leaders on her podcast, Businesses that Care.
Julie Ann is also host to the worldwide streaming of podcasts, Mere Mortals Unite and Businesses That Care (BTC). On BTC, Julie Ann interviews C-Suite Leaders and experts on who have created and sustained award-winning places to work.
Julie Ann has taught at Robert Morris, Duquesne and Washington & Jefferson Universities. As a Professional Speaker, she has worked with companies such as, McDonald's USA, Howard Hanna Financial, Highmark and Bayer, US. She is known for her expertise, innovation, humor and engaging her clients. Culture consulting and leadership coaching allow Julie Ann the ability to deep dive into an organization’s daily environment.
Julie Ann lives in Pittsburgh, PA with her Wonder Dog, Joy.
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