Below is an excerpt from my opinion piece first published by the Springfield Daily Citizen on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024.
In my career, I have tried to learn something from everyone with whom I came in contact. I tried to emulate the good traits I observed and vowed not to repeat the negative. Lately, I have thought about those sayings, advice, and other words of wisdom. I thought some of them might have meaning for others.
I would not swear all of these are original, but they were my sources for them. And this list is not exhaustive, but these are the words of wisdom that have stuck with me over time. I have adopted and/or repeated many of them. The best ones are common sense stated in a memorable way, preferably with some humor.
From professional colleagues: ‘Never, ever lose your temper. But if you do, make it memorable.’
“Work hard and no surprises” — those were the two rules vice president Dr. Jim Meyer had when I worked at Emporia State University from 1976-86….it was eloquent in its simplicity.
Read the full opinion piece here >>
In my career, I have tried to learn something from everyone with whom I came in contact. I tried to emulate the good traits I observed and vowed not to repeat the negative. Lately, I have thought about those sayings, advice, and other words of wisdom. I thought some of them might have meaning for others.
I would not swear all of these are original, but they were my sources for them. And this list is not exhaustive, but these are the words of wisdom that have stuck with me over time. I have adopted and/or repeated many of them. The best ones are common sense stated in a memorable way, preferably with some humor.
From professional colleagues: ‘Never, ever lose your temper. But if you do, make it memorable.’
“Work hard and no surprises” — those were the two rules vice president Dr. Jim Meyer had when I worked at Emporia State University from 1976-86….it was eloquent in its simplicity.
Read the full opinion piece here >>