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Our back yard borders on a park and in the tree just behind our hedge is a crow’s nest. There is at least one baby crow in there right now, maybe two, but I got to tell you, they can teach us a lot about life. It doesn’t matter how much food the parents bring them, they just keep on complaining and demanding more. And they go all day and half the night.
You might think that is just how it is, but these guys just never give up. They just keep asking for more, and they won’t stop.
Which brings me to my purpose of this blog. When we really want something, (by we I mean people) we may ask politely for it, and then we wait. And eventually we just move on because no one heard us. That is unless we are talking about our kids. They seem to have got “bird brains” when it comes to pestering us when they want something.
It just seems that over time, as we grow up, we forget about the power of persistence. Listening to those baby crows has reminded me of that. So what do you think? Are you continuing to ask for what you want out of life, or do you get polite and keep quiet? Why don’t you share your thoughts about “Bird Brains”.
Tony
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For the most part I remain quiet. But it may be true the ‘squeaky wheel gets the oil’
Equally important is ‘that its not what you do to someone that they remember but how you make them feel’
Two important adages.
Good blog – I am way too quiet, way too often. It’s funny because when it comes to other’s needs I can push, but when it comes to my own I often become more passive. Interesting stuff… and something to think about!
Hi Tony,
For me, persistence alone is not enough to generate success. I use a combination of persistence, intelligence, patience and coaching.
1. Persistence is the discipline to go after what I want despite the hardship that may be thrown in my way.
2. Intelligence is the ability to recognize when I need to switch tactics, to be flexible and even to know when to give up. (Yup, I suck at biochemistry… failed 2 courses in it, then I decided to take nuclear physics… failed that too! Who would have known that 20 years later I would be surrounded by PhDs in those subjects, who need my editing capabilities to get their communications posted correctly on a website?)
3. Patience is the knowledge that with every change or difficulty I encounter, I’m growing, and that eventually I’ll reach my goal.
4. Coaching is important. Knowing when to ask for help, and being able to trust and learn from others is invaluable.
Learning from excellent coaches like you and JP Brunelle have made me excited about what I’m doing with my life. You guys are great!