Decisions
Destiny is determined through decisions than by circumstances. Decisions matter.. Each of them..
Flattery
“Flattery is like cologne water – to be smelt, not swallowed” – Josh Billings (19th century American humorist). True. One of the vulnerabilities to be managed as we grow, every moment. Challenging one, for one tends to ‘enjoy’ them in normal course. Awareness helps..
right things
Most of the times, we get occupied ensuring we do ‘things right’. Also relevant is to see / ensure we do the ‘right things’. Can I get (both of) them right next time? Every time?
Substance
Many a times we witness ‘form’ assuming dominant role over ‘substance’- in behaviour, actions, communication, protocols.. Some times as part of perception management.. What happens when they are aligned? Should there be a conscious attempt to align them?
Unintended outcomes
At times we are faced with unintended outcomes – despite good intentions.. It happens with others too.. When we see poor results from others, probably we could pause a bit.. Understanding helps..
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Anger – 3
During an (angry) exchange next time, can I try to / do I become ‘aware’? Does it help limit the exchange? Does the altercation end faster when I become ‘aware’?
Knowledge
‘What you know matters far less than what you can do with what you know’ – Tony Wagner. True – What I know is one thing. What I do with what I know is another. Ability to innovate, create, bring new possibilities to life – creating solid differentiators. Extremely relevant in today’s context..
Fairness
“Never give an order that can’t be obeyed.” – General Douglas MacArthur. Though it refers to ‘order’ and ‘obeying’, terminologies that may be less relevant in our circumstances, the message is relevant.. Apart from the feasibility / practicality bit (which is often factored-in) can I factor-in the fairness bit.. Every time..
Influencing
Each time I have a choice – to ‘direct’ or to ‘influence’. How do I choose? Is it possible for one to move more and more towards ‘influencing’? Demonstration, walking the talk – helps..