There are so many “places” to make a difference in work and in life.
NY Times columnist Thomas Friedman introduced a new term in a recent Op-Ed, “untouchable,” to mean those in the workplace who add great value and impact, and are therefore untouchable when it comes to layoffs. So, as managers, how do you help your people become “untouchables” – how do you help them find their place – that place where they are great at what they do AND love doing it? And because we are all so unique, it will take some conversation and getting to know employees to know how to help direct them to their “place” – their place of greatest performance and impact.
As parents, how do you help your children determine their “place?” How do you help them see what they are naturally good at, what they are passionate about and what ignites their greatest energy? As with the comment for managers – because each of our kids are so unique, it takes time to get to know who they are, what they think and what activates their passions and interests. And we know our role as parents is to help them be their best – not to be little clones or imitations of us. The more we allow our kids to play to what they are intrinsically good at and passionate about, we help them realize their place in life.
So, isn’t our goal as managers or parents to help our employees or our kids find their place? As we help both connect to their talents and passions we activate their greatest energy and performance. And as managers we want our employees to help our business be successful, and as parents we just want our kids to be happy. Get connected to your people – and help them find their place.
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