ABT

33. Douglas Rushkoff wrote, quot;Instead
of focusing on what we still lack,
we must take stock of what we
already do have in terms of
resources, abilities, and pure
will.quot; This is the essence of asset-
based thinking

34. When you decrease your focus on what is
wrong (deficit-based thinking) and
increase your focus on what is right (Asset-
Based Thinking), you build enthusiasm and
energy, strengthen relationships, and move
people and productivity to the next level

35. • The Way You See Yourself
• The Way You See Others
• The Ways You See Situations

36. Change the Way You SEE yourself
Amplifying What is Best,
Focus on What’s Next
Let Passion Be Your Power

37. Change the Way You SEE yourself
+ Set your sights on what you want/need
+ Move past fear
+ Start from exactly where you are with gusto and
self abandon
+ Practice as if no one is judging
+ Build on what you already know how to do –
add, shape, edit, expand
+ When you experience victory, celebrate!
+ Set your sights on the next step

38. Change the Way You SEE Othes
Use Positive Filters to Get
More Traction
Everyone Starts with An A
Imitate Shamelessly and Often
After-Action Reflection

39. Change the Way You SEE Situations
The Wider the Lens, the
Better the View
See the Problems as a Pause
Avoid 80-20 trap
Create a Positive GAP
Imagine It
Laws of Attraction

40. About the Authors
Kathryn D. Cramer, Ph.D. is a
practicing psychologist, sought-
after corporate consultant and
speaker, and author of three books
on personal effectiveness and
professional development. She is
founder of The Stress Center at St.
Louis University, and managing
partner of The Cramer Institute, an
internationally recognized coaching
and consulting firm. She lives in St.
Louis, Missouri.

42. Go Beyond the horizon,
See the whole rainbow

43. ABT Is a Choice