Is This How You Thank Yourself?
September 13, 2007
A good friend of mine was a high flying financial adviser and recently I caught up with her over dinner.
“Been busy lately?” I quipped.
She had been working really hard on her production for the past months to qualify for a much coveted industry award. But instead of looking worn out from her frantic schedule, she appeared radiant. I could see that she was really passionate about what she was doing.
“Yes, very. ” she replied, heaving a sign of “happy” frustration while stirring the cup of hot tea in front of her. “But it’s all worth it. I’ve met the quota set for 2 years in a row and the company’s sending me to Korea and New Zealand as incentives. All expenses fully paid.” Her mouth parted into a smile.
When I heard that, I was really happy for her. I was happy for her not because she was going on a free vacation to 2 beautiful countries. Nor was it because she was doing very well in her job, duly compensated with huge commission checks. Read more
Want To be More Productive? Play More
June 27, 2007
No, I’m not joking.
In fact, this is such an important concept that I’m repeating the message again.
If you want to be more effective and produce quality work for your major projects, spend more of your time on leisure and recreation activities.
Now, before I explain why this is so, let me share with you a true story about ST.
ST’s Story
ST was the regional IT network manager in one of the group of companies that I’ve implemented in my last job. Working with ST was a pleasant experience as he never failed to accomplish the technical upgrades that myself and my colleague had instructed him to do, even though he might encounter a few issues here and there. Overall, he came across as someone who was passionate in his work. A rather competent and efficient worker. What impressed me further, was the fact that despite his numerous roles and responsibilities, he seldom stayed back after office hours. At least, that was what I thought.
It never occurred to me what could be the “secret” to his efficiency. Until… Read more
