The Power of Perceptions

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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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