What's my alternative choice?

Obviously, something greater is awaiting me just around the corner. Keeping your hand in the backwards "C" position - hold your hand up to your right temple. NOW - is when you need to "CLICK IT" into gear. Visualize "THE CLICK": Take your right hand and form a backwards "C" with your thumb and fingers. (Not a pretty picture, to be sure. "Don't let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.. I'm going to start immediately to address every issue he mentioned to show him that I understand what he expects and that I am committed to not letting he, or the company, down.uh. NEVER allow yourself to be a victim of circumstance. etc, etc. I can do this!"As the preceding examples point out, "THE CLICK" is the result of asking yourself, "What is the most constructive way I can look at this situation, and what action steps must I immediately take to professionally address this issue?" Bottom line: NEVER forget the power of "THE CLICK".. Did the light bulb just go on?Leaders who understand the power of "The Click" - DO NOT become victims of circumstance. The better choice is to dip into your personal reserves and "be" your better self. Don't be "affected" - be EFFECTIVE. OR, CLICK! "Alright, my boss just told me exactly what he expects from me.) You are told that an announcement regarding large numbers of layoffs is eminent.

I guess now I have the opportunity to do something totally different. Next, quickly make a forward snap of the wrist as you say out loud, "CLICK". OR, CLICK! "Okay, this is interesting.Answer: "THE CLICK" (More on this in a minute!) Picture yourself being told that your department is about to undergo a major downsizing. Consider these examples: #1 Losing your job?Initial Reactions: "Poor me. I can't wait to get started!" Question: Does the personal choice presented above sound crazy to you? If so, ask yourself this question - "What's my alternative choice?" Sure, you can become emotionally charged, react in anger or even allow yourself to sink into a deep depression. We each have the ability to choose our outcome."- John Wooden.etc, etc.. It's a conspiracy! I'm going to report him to HR and the Corporate Ethics Line because I feel threatened!.

Shortly, you may be out of a job! (gasp!) Stunned? Sure you are, and the choices you make in the immediate future may change your life forever. I'm next on the chopping block. We may not like the choices in front of us at the time - but at least we have the ability to choose our path. But what will that accomplish? Nothing constructive, that is for certain. Rather, they identify the challenges and the opportunities which are presented to them at the moment - whatever the adversity. I could allow myself to be scared, but I choose to be excited instead. scoundrels! Why me? My life is over!". Instead, utilize this all-important tool to remain the master of your own destiny.. One thing is for certain - doing nothing, ensures failure. I may not agree with everything he said, but I respect the position that he holds and it's my duty to support upper management and the company I work for. That's not fair! Those dirty rotten ba.#2 Boss just told you your department isn't meeting expectations, and you are being placed on notice?Initial Reactions: "He has always had it out for me.