A sharp edged knife

I was reading Nirav’s post about becoming an Enlightened Worker. I particularly liked this point:

“Surround yourself with people you admire and respect. When you work with someone better than you, your performance will improve.”

This is something my dad always told me when I was younger and I feel with each passing day. Working or socialising with smarter people helps retain a sharpness in the thought process, as well as building up a practical sense to resolving problems. Being the smartest among the pack may get you to the top, but like the full-moon, the only open path would be to wane and fade.

The other ones I liked from the list are:

• First recognize that you are responsible for your own future.

• Mission statements for your organization and life are key to enlightened work. The mission statement is a compass to guide your priorities and decisions so you do not become lost in day-to-day activities.

• Your self-confidence increases when you know you have done good work. Good results come from healthy self-esteem.

• Speak your mind and share your ideas. Do not keep them to yourself.

• Under-promise and over-deliver. Keep all commitments.

• Be flexible and learn to live with uncertainty.

• Celebrate the successes of others.

• Wealth and power won’t make you happy. Health, love, and peace of mind will.”Peace of Mind” = Definitely

P.S: And yeah… am married to a smart guy too.