Comments on: Theory: A Valuable Life Lesson

By: Richard M

Richard M — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 22:48:20 +0000

Hi Steve,

This is an interesting point. I have actually been mulling over this recently and taken it a step further. In a process of self-reflection (which i believe is important for growth) I have actually noticed my own dedication and efforts in the workplace slip. For 4 years i went above and beyond, extra hours, challenge the norm and delivered quality (verified by organisation). However, no promotion, pay or other incentive came. I understand that my previous efforts have resulted in new skills and talents capable of more in other organisations but staying with this organisation has almost resulted in a push toward the minimum effort. I guess what i am saying is that effort is great for personal growth but recognition and value from the organisation helps to motivate.

By: beas

beas — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 23:50:15 +0000

Ha ha, I too love parent moments. Our 15 year old was at his first job at KFC, three hour shift in the kitchen. He was exhausted when he finished, explaining how it wasn’t easy, he had to manage plain AND spicy crumbs and he got some orders stuffed up… If only the rest of the life was as simple as 50/50, hey? And … it took him almost an hour to clean the cooker, but his boss could do it in half an hour. I said he’d have to get faster… (he did) Have a great day.

By: Nige

Nige — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 02:14:14 +0000

Hey Steve, That is beautiful to read, so well asked, may i borrow and ask our Miss 15, thank you for sharing. Our Miss 15 was recently volunteering, and i asked her to do one more thing then what she was expected or asked to do. She was so proud ( I was quietly more proud) when I picked her up, and she told me what she done. Loving this parenting thing, with all of its learning lessons,