Monday, November 10, 2003
Interview questions are designed to make people lie. Why would you possibly highlight something you do poorly in that situation? Why do I think I'm the best for this position? How will I lead the team to success? Describe my level of business savvy and how I exhibit those qualities on a daily basis. Grrrrrr!
Wednesday, November 05, 2003
Obsession?
What constitutes an obsession? Two of my employees are embroiled in the drama of unrequited love and a borderline obsession. Constant unwanted attention, phone calls, emails. Showing up at work when one is scheduled, waiting in the parking lot after dark, small tokens of affection. She doesn't want the attention, has attempted to dissuade it by being firm, yet polite. He is showing signs of instability. Scary, yet real. And I am left with the responsibility of sorting this drama out before it becomes something you all can read about in the papers. Moral of the blog? Want what you have, and you shall have what you want. And knowing your state's stalking statutes before embarking on an Victorian-esque love obsession would be helpful.
What constitutes an obsession? Two of my employees are embroiled in the drama of unrequited love and a borderline obsession. Constant unwanted attention, phone calls, emails. Showing up at work when one is scheduled, waiting in the parking lot after dark, small tokens of affection. She doesn't want the attention, has attempted to dissuade it by being firm, yet polite. He is showing signs of instability. Scary, yet real. And I am left with the responsibility of sorting this drama out before it becomes something you all can read about in the papers. Moral of the blog? Want what you have, and you shall have what you want. And knowing your state's stalking statutes before embarking on an Victorian-esque love obsession would be helpful.
Tuesday, November 04, 2003
What is life if not a series of choices?
I often wonder why life takes us where it does. Is it destiny, kismet, fate? Or do we create our "destiny" through free will? I find myself telling people, "Things happen for a reason," and "I'll end up where I'm supposed to be." But do I actually believe I have no control over my future? Human beings are blessed with the gift of free will, of conscious choice to create their todays and tomorrows. In my opinion, people all too often blame the fates when they should blame themselves. Life is what you make it, plain and simple. Could I have achieved more? Been happier? Avoided misfortune? Yes. Did I choose the wrong road at times? Again, yes. But if I had the chance for a "do-over" I wouldn't take it. I like where I am, who I am, and what I am. To take a different road would make a different version of "me" with no guarantees. Moral of the blog? Embrace what you have, and take steps to make today and tomorrow all that you desire.
I often wonder why life takes us where it does. Is it destiny, kismet, fate? Or do we create our "destiny" through free will? I find myself telling people, "Things happen for a reason," and "I'll end up where I'm supposed to be." But do I actually believe I have no control over my future? Human beings are blessed with the gift of free will, of conscious choice to create their todays and tomorrows. In my opinion, people all too often blame the fates when they should blame themselves. Life is what you make it, plain and simple. Could I have achieved more? Been happier? Avoided misfortune? Yes. Did I choose the wrong road at times? Again, yes. But if I had the chance for a "do-over" I wouldn't take it. I like where I am, who I am, and what I am. To take a different road would make a different version of "me" with no guarantees. Moral of the blog? Embrace what you have, and take steps to make today and tomorrow all that you desire.
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