Key Chains

Key chains contain a diverse assortment of items.  There are usually some standard keys that open locks or start cars.  Often you also see the shopping reward cards that can help you save money.  All of these things coexist on the key chain and are at your fingertips when you need them.   Similarly, your actions and reactions can help you in a variety of ways.  Choose the one that is the best fit for what you what to accomplish.

Your actions are the keys that control the access to the information and people that you need to know.  The things that you do establish a record and perception of you for others to evaluate.  Remember that the results, or consequences, of your actions can provide opportunities for you to grow.  The keys on your chain should include an investment, signature, and greeting.  You must invest your time in order to discover what works for you.  Do not provide your signature, or endorsement, to anything without a clear understanding of what you are supporting.  What you approve or recommend influences the opinion that others have of you.  How you greet a situation can set the tone for how you deal with it.  Try to meet challenges calmly and treat them as learning experiences.

Reactions are tools that can help you impact the environment around you.  Like the customer reward cards, the appropriate reaction can earn you points, or benefits.  Sometimes the best reaction is no reaction at all.  Allow yourself time to process what is said or done to you before responding to it.  Decide whether a verbal or nonverbal expression is needed.  A warm smile might yield better results than trying to find the right words.  An understanding nod can establish a bond that will be useful at another time.  When a verbal response is necessary, be mindful of the tone, volume, and length.  Your reactions can stoke the flames of a fire or lay the foundation for an amicable discussion.

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