Little things that go a long way
Today I had a long interview with one of the National newspapers. I spoke in depth about my
next book
. The interview was fun but also a lot of work. The thing about interviews is that you have to focus completely on what you have to say, as you would be quoted by the newspaper. Unlike when I am writing, when I have all the time in the world to choose my words carefully, in interviews, I have to think on my feet.
Today was also a stressful day as I also had to let one of my staff go. One thing I cannot stand is insolence and being rude. On top of that not being punctual.
In my books, being on time means respecting the other person. Acknowledging that their time is as valuable as yours by not making them wait.
Also another thing I cannot stand is 'chalta hai' attitude. I give my one hundred percent in everything I do. I expect the same from my staff, especially if I am paying about 30-35 percent higher than the market rate.
I think sometimes a clean break is needed, if something no longer works for you. Yes, temporarily one may be inconvenienced. Temporarily one might be in a uncomfortable place.
But when you keep living with something that you are irritated about , but do not fix, then you are accepting something less than what is optimum. It might seem like a tiny thing to fret about, but I believe it is important.
Details are important. Little things like manners and courtesy is important. Things like keeping up your word is important. Not putting down others is important.
These little things are the ones that will stand you in good stead and take you a long way. Trust me, I know.
And I leave you tonight with a lovely song by Don Williams, whose words make a lot a of sense to me. Do listen to it carefully.
I think you will like it too.
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My new book 'It happens for a Reason' is out on December 10th.
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Today was also a stressful day as I also had to let one of my staff go. One thing I cannot stand is insolence and being rude. On top of that not being punctual.
In my books, being on time means respecting the other person. Acknowledging that their time is as valuable as yours by not making them wait.
Also another thing I cannot stand is 'chalta hai' attitude. I give my one hundred percent in everything I do. I expect the same from my staff, especially if I am paying about 30-35 percent higher than the market rate.
I think sometimes a clean break is needed, if something no longer works for you. Yes, temporarily one may be inconvenienced. Temporarily one might be in a uncomfortable place.
But when you keep living with something that you are irritated about , but do not fix, then you are accepting something less than what is optimum. It might seem like a tiny thing to fret about, but I believe it is important.
Details are important. Little things like manners and courtesy is important. Things like keeping up your word is important. Not putting down others is important.
These little things are the ones that will stand you in good stead and take you a long way. Trust me, I know.
And I leave you tonight with a lovely song by Don Williams, whose words make a lot a of sense to me. Do listen to it carefully.
I think you will like it too.
____________________________________________________________________
My new book 'It happens for a Reason' is out on December 10th.
Order it at a great price!
Amazon: http://is.gd/Ithappensamazon
Flipkart: http://is.gd/Flipkartithappens
Crossword: http://is.gd/Ithappenscrosswordhttp://preetishenoy.com/
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