How do you add value? How do you add more value so you can get paid more and have more influence?
To go to the next level you have to learn to think and behave differently. In order to do that, we have to put in a new foundation of how you’re going to add value.
Think about this very simple thing: What is it you’re trying to do right now where you’re trying to succeed at another level in terms of your work world or your network? If you wanted to add more value how would you do it?
Here are three simple ideas that will really shift how much value you’re adding to anything you’re doing.
1. Ask Better Questions More Consistently than Others
Ask questions like, “What’s our goal here? Who will be impacted if we do or don’t make this decision? Whose role is this – who is accountable to make this happen? What capabilities and resources would we need to make this happen? How will we measure our progress and success?
2. Be the Lynchpin
If you are the connector in your network you rise in the network’s power structure. Be the person who knows everyone’s desires and strengths, and connect people based on those things. The more people you more, and the more people you connect, the more influence you have.
3. Challenge Yourself to Add More Value with These Three Questions
- Is what I’m creating and contributing truly distinct?
- Is this my most excellent contribution possible?
- Am I and my work demonstrating heart and emotion? Part of adding value is helping people reconnect with some emotional side of their lives.
* Source: Brendon Burchard – How to Add Value and Be More Influential