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Oomph

April 26, 2022 by Colin Gautrey

Oomph is an interesting word.

To me, it means people have something about them, some special quality that gets them noticed, that creates a huge impact. 

They have energy, dynamism, determination to get done what they need to get done. 

They have that definiteness, a purpose that they really know what they’re driving for, and they’re willing to back everything, to put everything on achieving that objective. 

They put that energy, that motivation, that enthusiasm, that passion, into making things happen, and drive towards their goal.

And this oomph has an amazing impact on all of those around them.

Yes, they’ve got to be good at their job. Yes, they’ve got to know their stuff. But this extra bit of oomph is what really helps them to stand out.

Combine all you have been learning about influence, and wrap it up with oomph. Give your knowledge and skill that extra buzz of energy, dynamism, and make sure that you’re going for it in a way that is absolutely impossible to ignore.

That’s what will make you head and shoulders above everybody else when it comes to influence, when it comes to impact, and when it comes to becoming an exceptional, remarkable, extraordinary influencer.

Go for it.

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