Meet Cindy Elizabeth

I like to challenge opinions at work. Probably more than I should. I often play devil’s advocate just to play devil’s advocate. I’ve become crazy about creating a 360-degree vision in business. Sometimes it works out and sometimes it doesn’t. Regardless, I manage to learn something every time. Whether someone tells me my point of view is absolutely ridiculous or attempting to create that shared vision ends up being the solution.

The 360-degree vision is something I’ve learned to do very well. And respectfully, mind you. I don’t think I’ve ever uttered the words, “You’re wrong.” If there is anything I’ve learned when pushing back, it’s that we have to do it respecfully and probably with a little bit of tact. I like to say, “Let me offer you a different point of view” or “Let me build on what you just said.” It isn’t disrespectful and it’s not saying that the original thought is terrible.

Probably more than half my posts are about culture & inclusion. It’s a passion point for me. However, all that links right back to that topic. I certainly don’t always get this right. Sometimes I’m just frustrated and want to say, “Here’s what we’re going to do. THE END.” But that’s also part of my job; enforce policy.

I love when I get to challenge, learn and create a better vision and future for the organization. I also love when doing so makes someone else’s job easier. Creating the shared vision ultimately means I’ve learned something and so has someone else. Additionally, it means we are working together to reach a goal or solve a problem.