Miticulous
Software Solutions

It took a brother’s terminal illness to bring about the reconciliation of the relationship. There were way too many lost years of relationship and fellowship over a few dollars ---- which amounted to nothing in the long run.

A leader needs to be able to see the big picture and the little picture simultaneously. The leader cannot get lost in the labyrinth. We bring on team members that are qualified and capable of doing their part and we need to give them the freedom to do that. Coach as necessary. Assist or provide additional resources as needed, where needed. Being able to give difficult feedback, as appropriate. But above all, make sure we are leading above the fray.

From a poem by Linda Ellis entitled “The Dash” “I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on the tombstone from the beginning to the end. He noted that first came the date of the birth and spoke the following date with tears. But he said what mattered most of all was the dash between the years." How we invest those dash years depends on our priorities and how we choose to impact the lives of the people and world around us.

I did learn the value of conviction and truthfulness in the information shared up the management chain. As a leader, I need to be sure I have conviction and truthfulness in the information I share about my team and the work we are doing. As a subordinate, I need those qualities too. My boss stakes his reputation on my conviction and truthfulness.

Actions do speak louder than words.  People are always watching.  How we respond to a situation reflects our character --- including our integrity.  How we treat other people or how we are willing to do the right thing or speak up when needed reflects our integrity too.