There’s a line in the movie G.I. Jane where one of the characters says to the heroine, “When I want to know your opinion, I’ll tell you.” Unfortunately, this describes too many managers who think they are leading but in reality are only bullying the people who work for them. This type of leadership bully comes in all sizes, shapes and genders. Their main thrust is to tell others what to think and usually this means having the same viewpoint as the leadership bully. These people don’t seem to understand that telling someone what to think is not the same as listening to someone express their own reasoned opinions.
The beginning of a new year is usually the perfect time for beginnings. Most people kick it off by resolving to do things differently this year versus the previous one. Others simply set goals to accomplish during the next 12 month period. Whatever the time of year, consider this moment the start of a new career year for you–one in which you will focus on your job and give it a new lease on life [...]
What are some of the meaningful experiences you have had at work–the kind of experiences that have been defining points in time or watershed events that have caused you to look at things a little differently [...]
We often use the phrase, “Get Your Feet Wet” when we are just beginning to learn how to do something or are about to pioneer a new initiative. When we participate in a project for the first time, there is usually a hesitancy to step out into the unknown. There’s no better way to learn than by doing. This requires that we move away from our comfort zones and step out into the unknown, which usually exceeds our reach and makes us stretch to get it.
Are you currently in a groove or a rut? Which one do you want to be in at this time? The choice is yours and it’s not difficult to make. You will have to count the cost and sacrifices associated with getting out of your current rut–whether on the job or at home, and determine if you’re willing to pay the price to get in and stay in a perpetual groove.
