by Rick Baker
On Nov 11, 2018
The Thinking Behind The Tweet
Criticism will always gnaw, rip, and tear at thin skin. That is a given. The only question is: how will the thin-skinned person react as the thin skin rips and tears? The natural reactions are fight & flight...aggression & avoidance.
And, of importance – will ‘motivation’ get dragged into the bloody discussion after the ripping and tearing of thin skin? Sometimes it will. More often the thought will be there, but it will be unspoken. And, as they say, “It's the thought that counts.” I have strong views on ‘motivation’, and my strong views contain intolerance of those who blame others for the failures or the lack of motivation. Bosses have a tough enough job without having to bear the burden of every subordinate’s ‘motivation’.
by Rick Baker
On Nov 10, 2018
The Thinking Behind The Tweet
Maybe, curiosity kills cats; definitely, curiosity motivates people.
Perhaps, many animals are curious. Certainly, some are...cats have a reputation for it. Human beings must be the most curious animal on Earth. Curiosity is in our DNA. Curiosity is the root of innovation, invention, and creativity.
I don't think curiosity kills cats...it just makes them very interesting.
by Rick Baker
On Nov 9, 2018
The Thinking Behind The Tweet
Why do people complain about the actions of another person?
Presumably, the answer is - complaining about other people is gratifying, it fills a need. But, what exactly is that need?
And, does complaining about other people satisfy a single need? Or, does the need-satisfaction vary with the person who is the topic of complaint?
Self-monitoring: the next time you're about to complain about another person, stop and think. Ask yourself, "Why do this person's actions make me want to complain?" "What will happen if I delay complaining about this person for 15 minutes? Or, 1 hour? Or, 1 day?" "What gratification will I sacrifice if I delay or refuse to allow myself to complain about this person?"