THE FINAL ANALYSIS

JACLYN GRAVES Membership Development and Marketing Manager

You know those people. The ones who light up a room. The ones who are uplifting, encouraging and intentionally attentive. They are openminded and forgiving. They are empathetic and understanding. They take the time to teach and to mentor. They find a way to see the positive in every situation, no matter how tough it may be. They are the ones whose presence alone can change those around them; they have an energy that transforms.

Whether it be our personal or professional lives, we should be more aware of the energy we are putting out there. If it’s our significant other, child, parent, co-worker or boss, our attitude shifts not only our environments, but theirs. My mother has always said, “You are who you hang around.” That has proven to be true in my life over and over again. When we surround ourselves with those who have positive mindsets and problem-solvers, we too take on those qualities. But, when we see constant negativity and blame, our attitudes follow that path.

We all have an energy about us, whether it be positive or unintentionally negative. It’s easy to be dismissive, frustrated and unforgiving. It’s easy to look at a failed project, a missed quota or a lost deal and feel discouraged and upset. But, it’s important to work through that initial downfall and move on productively as a team.

I strive to be the one who is intentionally encouraging. I want to be understanding and attentive and a problem-solver. And, while I am not completely there just yet, I’m surrounding myself and learning from those who are. I truly believe that we all have the power to carry an energy that transforms - and that spark starts right here.

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