Construction Chat is a weekly chat on Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time. If you’re free, we’d love you to join us.
We had a great chat today about resolutions, goals, and how to get there.
This week is about passion.
This chat had a lot of responses so get ready to scroll!
Book Recommendation from Bridget: Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action
Or you could watch his Ted Talk here.
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Q1: How does passion help drive you?
A1: It's what get's me up every morning and keeps me focused #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
A1. Passion is so important, especially in the #construction world, but in marketing too. It's all about having heart & soul. #ConstChat
— iSqFt® (@iSqFt) February 12, 2015
Without Passion as my drive I wouldn't still be here 10 years later! I want this to work! #ConstChat
— Coleen Dolan (@CertifiedLeads) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A1: I NEED passion in my business. Passion = creativity! #constchat
— Milan Jara (@Milan_Jara) February 12, 2015
A1. Passion is natural. Either you got it or you don’t. Drives creativity & motivation. #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
A1. When you're 100% behind your service or product, you feel powerful. #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
A1. As a journalist, passion is all about getting the story right. If you're not passionate, you don't last long in this business #constchat
— TecHome Casey (@TecHomeCasey) February 12, 2015
Keeping employees passionate keeps them safe. Our number one policy is to look out for our best resources. Keep them happy #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
A1. Passion is what gets you out of bed/out the door every morning; keeps you striving to do better & accomplish more. #ConstChat
— JorgMaterialHandling (@MaterialHndling) February 12, 2015
A1. Passion helps one hurdle obstacles and keep going though things/days sometimes suck. #constchat
— rubyrusine (@SocialSMktg) February 12, 2015
A1. Passion helps you when you need that extra oomph to stay up late/get up early. #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst passion starts with a small ember and you have to fan the flames to build a strong passion #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
Everyone is passionate about something: the truest job of a leader is to discover that and uplift that quality maximize potential #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A1: Passion helps me look past the obstacles, naysayers, negativity and focus on the positive #ConstChat
— Bill Sutton LEED AP (@LEED_Resource) February 12, 2015
Q2: Do you think passionate people are easier to like?
A2. Depends. I think passionate people respond to each other. The passionless are motivated by other things. #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A2: Not necessarily, they're just passionate. #constchat
— Milan Jara (@Milan_Jara) February 12, 2015
A2: I don't know if they are easier to like but certainly easier to follow if you believe in them #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
Q2 I think passionate people can be difficult to like sometimes. They're so focused on their needs they tend to ignore others #constchat
— TecHome Casey (@TecHomeCasey) February 12, 2015
A2. Not easier – maybe recognizable. Enthusiasm does catch on. #constchat
— HagerCo (@HagerCo) February 12, 2015
A2B. I think you get attracted to them but like that's another story for some of them. #constchat
— rubyrusine (@SocialSMktg) February 12, 2015
A2. I think passionate people are wonderful at sales, too. Think @GaryVee #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
A2: being so focused however, makes them invaluable assets, especially if that focus is something that drives your com. Culture #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
A2: It depends on how they handle and present that passion to others. They can create a great tribe if done well. #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
A2a. And social media levels the playing field for some of us passionate introverts, too. 😀 #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
A2. I think you get attracted to them but "like" them that's another story for some. #constchat
— rubyrusine (@SocialSMktg) February 12, 2015
A2b. Passionate people can sometimes be a pain in the neck. But I think its a good thing. #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A2: I think so, when you are passionate – you are engaging. People are drawn to engaging/positive people #ConstChat
— Bill Sutton LEED AP (@LEED_Resource) February 12, 2015
Generally yes, as long as keep it in check RT @HagerCo: RT @RigginsConst Q2: Do you think passionate people are easier to like? #constchat
— Sean Lintow Sr. (@The_HTRC) February 12, 2015
On of The biggest question facing leaders and management today: how do we empassion our employees? #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
Yes. Positive passionate people are awesome. Trip the line into obsessed..the likability factor could fade… @RigginsConst A2 #constchat
— MyFixitUpLife (@MyFixitUpLife) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst Sometimes "passionate" and "obnoxious" intersect. Cost of doing business. :o) #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
Some company cultures do not embrace "passion." In these cases, the "passionate" are fish out of water #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
Q3: How can you express your passion in social media?
A3: if you stay authentic to you and your brand your passion will shine through #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
I have noticed that people get passionate about contributing to other people and making an impact on the world #ConstChat
— Bill Sutton LEED AP (@LEED_Resource) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A3: I express my passion through my blog and my pinterest. I'm all about the visual! #constchat
— Milan Jara (@Milan_Jara) February 12, 2015
A3. Your passion will seep into what you do & will be reflected in Tweets/Posts. #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A3: Be authentic with people #ConstChat
— Bill Sutton LEED AP (@LEED_Resource) February 12, 2015
A3. Provide quality social presence and content. That's showing passion for me. #constchat
— rubyrusine (@SocialSMktg) February 12, 2015
A3. Answering questions posed by followers, going the extra mile. #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
A3. Passion can be expressed through all the ways we interact through social media both verbally and visually. #constchat
— HagerCo (@HagerCo) February 12, 2015
A3b. Be true to your goal and why you're there. Be your sterling quality you. #constchat
— rubyrusine (@SocialSMktg) February 12, 2015
A3. If you're passionate, you can make anything interesting. Even Epoxy Injection! (ahem Bridget) #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
A3: share share share. Do and discover what makes your industry tick and spin it to include their passions. Oh and share 😉 #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst I think that's absolutely true. My personal hockey account is far more popular than my company account! #constchat
— TecHome Casey (@TecHomeCasey) February 12, 2015
Social media makes it easier to meet like-passioned friends 🙂 @LiftecForklifts A3. Your passion will seep into what you do… #ConstChat
— MyFixitUpLife (@MyFixitUpLife) February 12, 2015
Q4: Does passion make a difference in sales or public speaking?
A4. Definitely. You can always tell if there is “something” (passion) behind the speakers’ words. #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
A4: Absolutely. Passion in both arenas shines through and makes the difference between average and exceptional #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A4: I think talking about your product/service always works better when you're passionate. #constchat
— Milan Jara (@Milan_Jara) February 12, 2015
A4. YES. Makes a huge difference…if somebody is passionate you're far more likely to believe/follow them. #ConstChat
— JorgMaterialHandling (@MaterialHndling) February 12, 2015
A4. Absolutely! Ups the value to that pitch or talk. #constchat
— HagerCo (@HagerCo) February 12, 2015
A4: They still need to be able to make a connection though. If not, all that passion is lost. #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
A4B. You have to believe what you're selling FIRST before you convince others how (really) good it is. #constchat
— rubyrusine (@SocialSMktg) February 12, 2015
A4. Your passion can light up a room when you're speaking or selling. #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
A4: Passion is what makes my public speaking doable..learning disability doesn't alow me to preform anyother way! #ConstChat
— Coleen Dolan (@CertifiedLeads) February 12, 2015
For me, curiosity feeds passion. I once cut open a paintball to try to figure out how they're made ! Making things is Y I do this #constchat
— Besh Cabinets (@beshcabinets) February 12, 2015
A4a. People know passion when they see it, and they can feel it in their bones. #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
Public speaking is perfect for introverts! They don't have to interact. #constchat
— Besh Cabinets (@beshcabinets) February 12, 2015
A4: Passion oozes. It excites. It moves and breathes. You can't fake passion; it's something natural that comes from the soul #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
Q5: What are you passionate about?
A5. I am "Passionate" about the arts, history, music and humor. #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
A5: Continuing to improve my given talents so i can use them to help others. #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
Doing & helping othes be better & succeed RT @RigginsConst: Q5: What are you passionate about? #constchat
— Sean Lintow Sr. (@The_HTRC) February 12, 2015
I'm passionate about making things. And making better things. #constchat
— Besh Cabinets (@beshcabinets) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A5: Ceiling tiles 🙂 Family, life, coffee… #constchat
— Milan Jara (@Milan_Jara) February 12, 2015
A5. My family, my faith and making sure I do a good job (at whatever I'm doing). #ConstChat
— JorgMaterialHandling (@MaterialHndling) February 12, 2015
A5. Authentic people. Being outside in nature. Improving what I do every day. #ConstChat
— Window Works CA (@WindowWorksCA) February 12, 2015
A5. Sharing how the door and hardware industry can help provide safety and security to people and buildings. #constchat
— HagerCo (@HagerCo) February 12, 2015
A5: Making other people's jobs easier #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
A5. it's a vision that I have for 4 years that it's better articulated in person (+ impassioned speech) 😀 #constchat
— rubyrusine (@SocialSMktg) February 12, 2015
A5. My Children, Living a Authentic Life…and this little company I have! 🙂 #ConstChat
— Coleen Dolan (@CertifiedLeads) February 12, 2015
A5a. And of course, as a company we are super passionate about #materialhandling. 🙂 And customer service. #ConstChat
— JorgMaterialHandling (@MaterialHndling) February 12, 2015
Making others' jobs easier is especially important in construction b/c everything touches everything else. #constchat
— Besh Cabinets (@beshcabinets) February 12, 2015
A5: Sustaining our employees, our customers and our environment. Making sure each is safe, happy. #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
A5: also saving the world from #sinkholes 😉 #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
@RigginsConst A5: Leaving the world a little bit better than I found it!
— Bill Sutton LEED AP (@LEED_Resource) February 12, 2015
Bonus Tweets:
Thanks for a great first chat! This was great! RT @RigginsConst: Any last words? #constchat
— Coleen Dolan (@CertifiedLeads) February 12, 2015
I'm glad I had time for #constchat today. Been way too busy in the field to come play here.
— Besh Cabinets (@beshcabinets) February 12, 2015
Started following many of the passionate people here. #ConstChat
— Liftec Forklifts (@LiftecForklifts) February 12, 2015
It's amazing to see so many people excited and passionate about helping others. Love It. #constchat
— Tony Booth (@anthonybooth) February 12, 2015
this is the coolest #constchat ever
— Besh Cabinets (@beshcabinets) February 12, 2015
Wonderful article on being #happy and empowering self toward passion in business: http://t.co/1VzITBWWaj #ConstChat
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
Thank you all so much for making our first #ConstChat so awesome! Will definitely be back! #muchlove
— URETEK Holdings, Inc (@URETEKHoldings) February 12, 2015
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