That seemed like a stretch and frankly, stereotypical boomer self-absorption.
Month: January 2021 (Page 1 of 2)
When he’s asking what you think, be curious and focus on what he’s looking for rather than jump down his throat about where he’s wrong.
Just take the bags to the bathroom rather than call them complaining about how long they’ve been gone for lunch.
We didn’t get much time in the sun but we got a lot more excited about wheels and tires.
He might not actually get to sit with him down on the glass, but he sure did impress everyone at the table.
If he traveled to be with you, put her (or yourself) next to him at lunch.
Unless it’s a direct flight, flying in the afternoon gets in too late after layovers, baggage claim, rental cars, and restaurants.
Maybe the comp plan did succeed.
If you need to make room in the fridge, you can just throw out the last serving of the four-bean salad.
I’m still too emotionally affected by things that don’t matter and I don’t control.
I still talk more than listen with friends.
It’s not that he doesn’t have a vision other than fund his lifestyle, it’s that he won’t admit it.
Sloppy diagnosis is going to get you kicked out.
Periodically stop the screen share to look at the team, especially when asking questions or announcing bonuses!
Drop everything when he wants to have big conversations, even if your presentation is tomorrow.
I need to push back but strategically and with witnesses.
Keep making time to play games and watch movies WITH THEM.
He’s so demanding because they give him constant attention.
When he’s emotional and all over the place, just stay calm and let him rant.
I don’t need to spend so much time justifying necessary changes.