You see, getting (a bit) older is an interesting thing. While I try really hard to be a positive force in my little world, I can sometimes fall in the trap of...well...not being so positive.
Those Darn Leaders
The curse of high expectations can be costly. On one hand I work extremely hard to ensure phenomenal results are achieved; and, I can also be critical when junior-level leaders try hard but repeatedly fall short.
Get off my lawn you struggling leaders!
Those Darn Team Members
I'm blessed to help lead an organization that is absolutely loaded with bright young minds. Their energy is infectious, and pushes me to keep bringing my A-game each day. Except, I fall into my own expectations-trap.
I expect those fired up young minds to understand everything I already have been exposed to and learned over many years. Sigh. Another #JayFail.
Get off my lawn you young people!
Those Darn Executives
Ah, at least I can rely on all of the executives leading organizations around the globe! They are my "angry old man" salvation, for sure!
But wait...did I just hear one (er, all!) of them say they don't have time for social media, branding, have any time to spend with employees, or mentor a young motivated leader because they have more meetings?
What is happening?Excuses? Meetings? Noise!
When did policies, process, busy calendars and egos take over our passion for leadership?
Get off my lawn you scared executives!
How About You
Have you become angry in your "old age?" Well, I for one am done with being the old angry guy in the corner of the conference room. Complaining doesn't support new leaders, educate motivated young employees, or call-out stressed executives.
Action + a positive attitude does all of these things and more!
I'd love to hear from you.
No Excuses.
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Article source:Jay Kuhns, SPHR - Get Off My Lawn»
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