At our Fall Gashuku last weekend, Kancho reminded us that "everyday is an interview." At the time, it sounded good and it was motivating. Then, I thought about it even more...
We live in an American culture of entitlement. It is expected that things should be given to us; handed to us even, without putting in our fair share of the work. Promotions are expected because we've put in the time NOT because we've mastered a skill or task. This is a mentality that I am out to destroy.
Even with my youngest students I share the following idea: "Everyone works. Nothing is free. All start at the bottom." Treat each day as if you've actually got to work for everything you have and you will not only be a happier person, but you will also find the respect from those around you.
We live in an American culture of entitlement. It is expected that things should be given to us; handed to us even, without putting in our fair share of the work. Promotions are expected because we've put in the time NOT because we've mastered a skill or task. This is a mentality that I am out to destroy.
Even with my youngest students I share the following idea: "Everyone works. Nothing is free. All start at the bottom." Treat each day as if you've actually got to work for everything you have and you will not only be a happier person, but you will also find the respect from those around you.
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