The alternative to evaluation is self-deception.
In your head you’re a superstar. But the team struggles with your mediocrity. Bridge the perception gap with questions.
How are you making yourself unnecessary?
How are you making yourself accountable?
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Poking fun at death relieves the tension.
“After Wendell Phillips’s death, someone met Judge Hoar and asked him if he intended to attend the funeral. ‘No,’ answered the Judge, ‘I don’t; but I approve of it.’” NY Times 1885
A friend asked, “What two words would you love to hear at your funeral?”
I dodged the question…
Transitions disappoint inflated expectations.
Running faster doesn’t solve disappointment. Wisdom unplugs the treadmill.
Fools speed up the treadmill after setbacks. Wisdom sells the treadmill.
We bought two BK Whoppers for a buck while in college. It was a thrill. Now I need lobster to get excited.
Transitions teach wisdom, if you pause.
There are two traps in leadership, constant productivity and merciless efficiency.
Frenetic schedules reflect productivity, efficiency, and arrogance. A leader committed to constant productivity has rejected their humanity.
You’re better than a hamster on a wheel. Make time for stillness.
Boredom isn’t a problem; it’s a bridge.
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Show people they matter before they close their heart. An open heart strives to grow, enjoys being coached, and welcomes honest feedback. Feeling significant fuels motivation.
Genuine interest in team members energizes engagement. But when people feel devalued, they focus on daily minimum requirements.
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John Maxwell said, “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” When I told John that I felt the weight of his statement, He replied optimistically that it also represents opportunity.
If everything rises or falls on leadership, practice self-leadership first.
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