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Category Archives: Pride
Performance Reviews for Experts
Do you employ experts? Do you wish you did? What’s the hold up? A review of some past rants on Pride and Workmanship have me wondering, Does the conferring title of “expert” on members of your team result in a … Continue reading
Posted in Accountability, Career, Develop, Execution, Pride, Reputation
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You're special
You’re special. And I don’t mean that in a touchy feely way. Although if you feel like you need it, go ahead and take it that way. But take it this way, as well: You’re special. You’re not general. You’re … Continue reading
Posted in Experience, Honesty, Inspiration, Pride, Reputation, Talent, Value
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Pride of Workmanship
I work with contractors and consultants in nearly every aspect of my life. How is it that the idea of “workmanship,” or the pride of a job well done, can vary so greatly among the masses that work as independent … Continue reading
Posted in Accountability, Career, Entrepreneur, Execution, Performance, Pride, Reputation
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When did the Prides get that divorce?
Maybe I’m just getting old. I seem to remember a time–well at least I’m pretty sure I do–when Professional Pride and Personal Pride were married. Inseperable and enamoured of one another. Intertwined as one. Weren’t they? Not just dating. But … Continue reading
Posted in Pride
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