Always leave people with a solution; the heaven if you do…
“Always leave people with a solution; the heaven if you do versus the hell if you don't. If you're really skillful you can put the person into the future solution. Shoaff used to say, 'Jim, I can see you now in your new clothes, in your new home, in your new car. I can see others walking up to you.' The Promise of the Future is an Awesome Force!”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Encourages giving people a hopeful vision of future success rather than focusing on negative outcomes, using vivid imagination to motivate.
In simple terms: Offer hopeful future visions to inspire action.
Provide a clear, positive outcome.
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When to use this quote
- sales coaching
- mentoring
- leadership training
- personal development
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance optimism with realistic planning?
- What concrete steps support the imagined future?
May overlook present challenges and practical steps needed to achieve that future.