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I was described as “competitive” in this teambuilding exercise! At first, I felt a pang of concern. Was this a critique of my approach? However, as I reflected, I realized that my competitive spirit could serve as a catalyst for our team's growth and cohesion. In the world of business, competition often gets a bad rap. I always like to #collboarate and it is a core value at CFO Group Inc. I’ve come to appreciate how being competitive can enrich our teamwork. It’s not about outshining each other but rather about lifting one another up to achieve collective success. A little challenge to be our best 💪. What are your thoughts on competition in the workplace? How has it shaped your team dynamics? #TeamBuilding #Leadership #Competition #GrowthMindset #Collaboration
I think "competitive" is one of the words that gets a bad reputation. I think you have reframed wonderfully!
Great job! As a facilitator, I always loved the #MarshmallowChallenge. I'm with you Karen Hoffman-Halwa CPA, CMA, I was very competitive and pushed for my marshmallow engineering strategy to proceed!
Christmas Elf, Vice President, Technical Sales & Marketing @ Tundra Process Solutions | Certified Executive Coach | Certified Engineering Technologist
1moI recently did an SDI test (Strengths Deployment Inventory) as a part of the exec coaching program. Of the identified 28 strengths I deploy at work, “competitive” came out at number 1. I thought, “wow”, and also, “oh oh”, myself. But as I reflected, I realized this was one of the reasons I’ll go to the ends of the earth to help my teammates win (it’s not necessarily self-serving when deployed with a team alongside). Initially it may be off putting to hear the term used as a descriptor, but it doesn’t have to have a negative connotation - it can be very complementary to other strengths and skill sets. And perhaps it can be a catalyst for increased drive to win (internally for success of the company as a whole & externally in service of others). Interesting topic.