There’s never been a question so subtly important than “How are you?” When you consider that the first interaction with someone that day will probably start with something like this, the you give answer is huge because over time builds your image in someone’s mind. If every time, you answer with “Tired” or “Busy,” you invite whoever you’re talking with to your pity party. Why would anyone want to create a relationship with someone who’s mood is always based off of their stresses and sorrows? Attitude is what differentiates the successful from the not, so make sure you’re projecting something positive. I want to work with the people who are consistently positive because I know that they can look toward the future they’re making instead of resigning to their current situation.
Another thing to keep in mind is that when the person who asked you the question has had half as much sleep and worked twice as many hours as you this week, your invitation to your pity party will fall on deaf ears. Worse, you look incapable. Everyone’s busy and most are tired. Differentiate yourself from the crowd and focus on the bright side!
