Recently our family enjoyed “Family Movie Night” sponsored by my son’s school at the historic Maryland Theatre [home of the Miss Maryland pageant.] The featured film was the 1964 Disney classic “Mary Poppins” with Dick Van Dyke and Julie Andrews. As a child I remember seeing this film but it was a first time for my husband and son.
As I hummed along with the familiar song, “A Spoon Full of Sugar Helps The Medicine Go Down,” I discovered a nugget of wisdom in the song and scene. Do you remember what it was? Our attitudes have everything to do with how we perceive the task at hand. Do you find your attitude or mood influencing your day, your workload, or your conversations?
Just making a few changes, if needed, can truly improve your day:
- Put on a smile before answering the phone and this will reflect in your voice.
- Take a 5-10 minute “fresh air” break to renew your mind and gain more focus when returning to your desk to begin that project again. It’s amazing what some fresh air can do for your attitude.
Make a conscious decision to have a good day. - Be confident in yourself, your abilities, and your business services.
I hope your attitude is positive, your tasks are light, and you always have a song in your heart or your nearby iPod.