what i learned in 2011.
Posted January 02, 2012
usually at the end of each year, i make a list of bands i liked or books i read or a combo of both. but this year, i was a little more tired or maybe a little more self-reflective.
so instead, i made a list of things i learned.
1) some people will like you more when you are successful. some people will like you more when you are a failure. that’s more of a reflection of them than you so don’t worry too much about it.
2) a good song can still fix anything.
3) red lipstick. it’s a friend for the tired face.
4) remember that kid you were when you were 8-years-old and you thought you could do anything? you’re still that kid. you’re just that kid all grown up so now you actually can do anything.
so. go do it.
5) the best leaders aren’t multi-taskers. the best leaders are good at delegating and letting people do their jobs. on the same note, when people say they will do a job, most of them will. trust people. they will appreciate it and probably do exactly what you need them to do.
6) turning 30 isn’t so bad.
7) you’re never as important as you think you are.
8 ) sometimes the thing you want has been sitting in front of you the whole time.
9) create something. you’ll feel better.
10) there’s good in humanity. i’ve seen it.
also. beth ditto is a goddess.
Erik on said:
#1 – It’s good to know folks who like you regardless of your success.
#2 – Music can definitely inspire and improve one’s mood. I wish there was a song that could fix my computer.
#3 – I’ll take your word for it.
#4 – When I was eight I wanted to be President. I’ve since changed my mind.
#5 – Yes. I suspect directing a movie illustrates this.
#6 – It’s certainly better than the alternative.
#7 – I suppose one’s importance is relative to the situation, other person(s), etc. In general, I don’t know that I consider myself particularly important.
#8 – Hmm…I suppose this best applies to an abstract concept. Or not…
#9 – Creating things ALWAYS makes me feel better.
#10 – This is true.
Boz on said:
I agree, 4 and 5 are toppers. Number 5 is especially true (a must) when leading a team of more than few people.
Kenny Gordon on said:
I love #4. So true.
#5 – Definitely. I think the best leaders are the few that you want to work with rather than have to work with. Charisma and a sense of direction is a killer combo.
Cheers.