As Buddy the Elf reminds everyone, the best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.
And so, when some holiday hijinks involving Santa ensues, those who know Buddy start singing carols and get an entire crowd of people to join in. Wouldn’t you know, the extra cheer was exactly what was needed to save the day!
So why did people think to start singing? Because it’s one of the things Buddy was known for: his Christmas spirit.
Just like Buddy, we’re all going to be known for something (even if we’re known only by a small circle of people).
Have you thought about the legacy you want to have?
People sometimes can recognize our strengths, but that’s not usually what we’re known for.
I spent my entire career in corporate delivering on results and doing my best work, but what most people told me when I left was that they were going to miss my… enthusiasm. Wait. What? Aren’t you going to miss the awesome software? Nope. It’s the way I could get people to care about and be excited about the software.
Today, it’s the same feedback I get from clients since I stepped away from corporate to start my coaching business. My enthusiasm helps them get excited about stuff that they ordinarily would avoid.
I’m known for my enthusiasm and fair warning, it can be pretty contagious!!!!!!!!! (NOTE: One exclamation point simply would not do here).
Now it’s your turn to think about what you ARE known for and what you WANT to be known for.
Are they the same thing? Do you need to make small changes to align them or big changes, like Ebeneezer Scrooge on Christmas morning? Write down the legacy you want to have and ideas on how you can start sharing it with others.
Buddy wasn’t afraid to own being known for his Christmas spirit and we shouldn’t be either.
Sing your own praises loud for all to hear! Tell me, what are you known for? Or what do you want to be known for going forward? I’m excited (enthusiastic, even) to hear what you have to share!