Archive for March, 2010

Hurling thru projects...
Staying focused. That is, if having 3 projects in front me at once is focused. My wife and I are adding a service to go along w/her virtual business management endeavor. FunnySaysWhat?! is moving forward, and looking to build a studio set for the upcoming show. Working on any one of these has me feeling like I should be spending time on the other items. However, having fewer than three areas of focus tends to lead to my feeling burned out or bored. Uh oh. Change of plans tonight. My son is hurling in the bathroom. Oh well. At least he made it to the bathroom. -DC

When to pet a cat...
This is a follow-up on yesterday’s post. I’m struggling to remember where I first heard this maxim, but am reminded of it now and then.  If you pet a cat, make sure you’re doing it because it’s what you want to do; not because you expect any appreciation from the cat.  When the cat – who is ‘allowing’ you to pet it – has had it’s share of enjoyment, it will move on.  There will be no reciprocal appreciation; when she’s done with you, she’s done with you. Your work (and others you work with) may be a lot like that cat.  You may get some positive feedback, and you may not.  If you’re doing what you do because you find value in the doing, you’ll have your reward and feel much greater satisfaction.

Two 'A's
“Accountability.”   “Appreciate.” They’re not necessarily separate from each other. By being accountable to someone , you can show them you appreciate them. Certainly, a lack of accountability shows a lack of appreciation. I will seek to remember that others tend to want appreciation and will do better at showing my appreciation for those who create value for me.