When You "Get to" Rather than "Have to"

The language we use to describe our work can give us clues about whether or not we're engaged in an activity that allows us to really lean into our Strengths.

Last week, I got to facilitate an IN-PERSON team workshop. It's the second one I've done since the pandemic began - all the other workshops I've facilitated have been virtual. I was beyond excited. It was one of those wake-up-way-before-the-alarm-cuz-you-can't-wait-to-get-started kind of days. Being able to do virtual workshops has been terrific, but my Relationship-Building and Influencing themes (Relator, Self-Assurance, and Activator) were chomping at the bit to be face-to-face with people and get them fired up about their Strengths.

This week, I get to go to California to conduct a Strengths workshop that I've customized for a group of senior leaders and executives.

Not have to...get to.

There's a BIG difference.