The Power of Perceptions in Business
(An Example)

Perceptions are HOW we see things. Take, for example, the following man.

You just hired him to revamp and manage part of your organization that has been struggling to work together effectively. He comes from outside your industry, but has 12 years experience in developing dynamic teams. The function of his new team is extremely strategic to the success of the company. His predecessor is still considered a valued member of the company, and will continue to be a part of this man's new team. How do you perceive this new man? How will others perceive him?

	Audience		Perception		Thoughts		Feelings		Actions
	You		"Great Addition"		optimistic		happy, relieved		supportive, helpful
	Company President		"Change Agent"		exactly what we need		excited, hopeful		takes him to lunch, shares his vision
	Director of Staff Development		"Training Headache"		doubts employee's abilities and knowledge		overwhelmed, annoyed		avoidance, curt
	Co-Workers		"Outsider, Competition"		job security concerns		threatened, jealousy		unwelcoming, cold shoulder
	Employee #1		"We don't need more change"		confused, cluttered		instability, panic, anxiety		just follows orders
	Employee #2		"Finally, a competent leader"		motivated		thankful		cooperative, encouragement
	Employee #3		"Enough, is enough"		I need change		doesn't believe		distant, introspective
	His Predecessor		"This is MY Team"		pessimistic		resentful, slighted, demeaned		works with a chip on his shoulder

Same situation. Different perceptions. This is a very common occurrence when change occurs. The President, yourself and Employee #2 are the only ones who have a perception that might lead to positive change for the organization. The other groups within the company have perceptions that will lead to lack of focus, an unhealthy work environment, and negativity that will ultimately fester into failure.

Perceptions are an individual's choice - a choice based on their current thoughts and feelings - and acknowledged by their actions. Using The O'Meara Process, you, the president and your new manager can work with the various constituencies, either individually or in groups, to guide them to choose a single perception that will unite the organization. A united organization will share a common culture, vision and strategy resulting in growth and achievement for the entire organization.

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