June 2013

*Introduction

Welcome to

*Fish Philosophy: A remarkable way to boost morale & improve results Given by- Stephen C. Lundin, Phd., Harry Paul and John Christensen

What is FISH PhilosophyFISH! Philosophy is a skill that provides the process, tools and language to generate the skills necessary to design a workplace full of inspiration, creativity and innovation

FISH! is a wisdom that everyone can embrace

It is a practice that evolves over time creating a positive workplace and a vibrant culture each time it is embraced.

FISH PHILOSOPHYIt is an invitation that enables people to care about each other and their commitmentsIt is committed to creating a culture of trust, accountability and innovationIt encourages to re-awaken the self-trusting, creative spirit within each of us

Why FISH???Boosts morale

Why FISH???Creates positive, memorable experiences for our customers (both internal and external customers)

Why FISH???Inspires teamworkFosters creativityIncreases productivityBuilds effective relationships to facilitate the communication of ideas, goals, etc.Stimulates thinking about ways to create a more worker-friendly work environmentMakes people feel valuedRetains employees

Four Principles of Fish Philosophy

Its about accepting full responsibility for all of our choices, even our attitude at work. A positive attitude is a decision we make, moment to moment.

When the student is ready, the teacher appears!

Most of us are uncomfortable thinking ourselves as artists But each of us is an artist With every choice, every day, you are creating a unique work of art Respect your creative urges step out in faith

When you are doing what you are doing, who are you being? Are you being impatient & bored, or are you being world famous? You are going to act differently if you are being world famous.

The goal is to be exceptional

What does not kill me, makes me stronger.Friedrich Nietzsche, Twilight of the Idols, 1888 German philosopher (1844 - 1900)

Meaning is not something you stumble across, like the answer to a riddle or the prize in a treasure hunt.

Meaning is something you build into your life.

You build it out of your own past, out of your affections & loyalties, out of your experiences, out of your own talent & understanding, out of the things & people you love, out of the values for which you are willing to sacrifice something.

Meaning!

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is synonymous with work. Its about having fun, enjoying yourself, being spontaneous and creative. Life is too short to spend it frowning and FISH! brings a smile to your face!

Its about doing something special for your customers and co-workers. When you make someones day, you have given them a special gift they wont soon forget. It feels good to give it.

Look for as many ways as possible to create great memories

Involving others & working to make their day provides a constant flow of positive energy.

It is good for businessServing customers well will give us the satisfaction that comes to those who serve others.It will focus our attention away from our problems onto how we can make a positive difference to others.This is healthy, will feel good, & will unleash even more energy.

Its about being totally focused on the moment and on the person or task with which you are engaged. When we are fully present with our customers and with each other, we are listening deeply and important opportunities do not escape us.

Fully Engaged

*The past is history The future is a mystery Today is a gift That is why we call it the present BE PRESENT

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FISH ResourcesFISH BookFISH Video FISH Camphttp://www.fishphilosophy.com

FISH FINALERide the wave Catch the EnergyUnleash the Potential!

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has.---Margaret Mead

As you enter this place of work, please choose to make today a great day.Your colleagues, customers, team members, and you yourself will be thankful.Find ways to play. We can be serious about ourselves.Stay focused in order to be present when your team members most need you.And should you feel your energy lapsing, try this sure fire remedy: Find someone who needs a helping hand, a word of support, or a good ear,---and make their day.Our Workplace

Hook into itIts quite a catch!I promise I will support the FISH! Philosophy and Play, Make Their Day, Be There, and Choose My Attitude every day!

Why FISH???Re-Energizes the workplaceFosters teamworkEnhances productivityInspires creativity

As a form of Introduction share the story of the man with no ears. *Give background. Pike Place in Seattle. Show book. Show picture. Show video1. ****Be present: to be present for co-workers and subordinatesMake their day: Making someones day by taking initiative to solve their problems.Play: Enjoying your workChoose your attitude: about how people show up for their work. *Share the story about the difference between heaven and hell***All great men had a low point in their lives but they all bounced back and became great.

*The ingredients to build Meaning:1. You are the only one who can put them together into that pattern that will be your life.2. Let it be a life that has dignity & meaning for you. 3. If it does, then the particular balance of success or failure is of less account.

On a daily basis you can Choose Your Attitude and choose from the menu what you want to be for the day. *Read Robert Fulguhms All I really Need to Know I learned in Kindergarten and you will understand that PLAY is essential to our sanity as human beings Rickly Lees Trip to Quiapo presented a theory on how our playfulness was killed as we grow older. ****For so long we all live in the make believe that NO ONE will truly CARE for you except yourself. So day in and day out you MAKE YOUR DAY. Just imagine the number of individuals who will make your day if we start making other peoples day and not just our day. *Being there is being present. Share the story on how we have become a society of sad people because we are never truly present. Car. Airplane. **It may sound difficult but a lot of individuals and organizations have benefited from using Fish Philosophy. Show video2*Story about selling the Horse *Distribute challenge worksheet and scorecard Discuss the use of worksheet and scorecard.*