As new talent joins the organization, the old guard is threatened. As a default, the 'lifers' have a tendency to pull rank, to establish who is boss and to squish any iota of enthusiasm from the new, motivated people. "This is how we do things … [Read more...]
Lunatics in the Asylum
July 15, 2015 by
Sometimes, others hold us hostage. Disruptive, over demanding students. Long tenured employees who refuse to toe the line any longer, and behave that they know it all. Nurses who lose empathy for the patients they are trained to care for and … [Read more...]
“Beware of Pickpockets”
July 13, 2015 by
The signs greeted us everywhere at the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The guide had forewarned us about the rampant problem at this majestic structure. It is easy to watch your pocket, and be extra cautious, when the writing is literally on the wall. It's … [Read more...]
Disgruntled
July 2, 2015 by
Changes in organizational leadership create a new normal. Those that were 'favored' or considered themselves to be 'special' must now come back into the pack, and must now toe the line like everyone else. I take full responsibility for this … [Read more...]
