Tag: authority
Mentoring
“Question Authority.” Those were the words on the famous bumper sticker that defined the baby boomer generation—my generation. It was clearly meant to be confrontational and a game changer. The purpose was to get the attention of the ruling generation with a strong message: the status quo will not be tolerated. A powerful slogan infused [...]
Posted: February 26th, 2011 under Social Commentary, Workplace.
Tags: apprenticeship, authority, baby boomers, generation gap, mentoring, open-minded, opportunity
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Just Let Me Do My Job
Barry has fifteen years experience in public accounting. He takes pride in his work and likes new challenges. Henry, Barry’s boss, likes to stay connected to his team. He asks questions about how things are going, frequently asks for updates, and is genuinely curious about others. He’ll pop by other’s offices or stop a team [...]
Posted: January 15th, 2011 under Stories, Workplace.
Tags: authority, business, collaboration, micromanage, organizational style, problem-solve, working relationships
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Connecting With Kids
The world of childhood seems far away to some, and yet to others is so accessible. We were all once children, but when we cross the divide into adulthood, our memories reconfigure. For some the connection to childhood, and thus to children is very natural. Others find it foreign and awkward. Connecting to and communicating [...]
Posted: February 23rd, 2010 under Kids, Parenting.
Tags: acceptance, authority, childhood, connecting, humor, imagination, listen, respect, silence
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