How You Can Make a Difference!

There comes a time in your life when you must take a stand. Whether it’s the bully on the block, the narcissistic boss or the broken system; sooner or later- enough is enough. If you’re waiting for the right time to do something, it’ll never happen. It starts with one voice and that voice is yours.

Maybe you’d like someone else to lead the charge?  Don’t hold your breath. We’re all waiting for someone else, so it’s going to be a long wait. That’s why it has to be you. Someone has to be the leader and it must be you.

I’ve spoken out many times for what I believe in and what I am against. I’ve taken risks and will continue to do so. It isn’t about winning or losing, it’s about doing right verses wrong. At the end of the day, I can look in the mirror and know I stood for a cause, belief or circumstance and made a difference.

We teach our kids to “just say no to drugs” but as adults we compromise our integrity, morals and beliefs just to fit in the crowd, job or neighborhood. Is it any wonder they would have a tough time when Mom and Dad submit to peer pressure? Behavior becomes an accepted norm once nobody cares. Governments and organizations understand this fact and use it to support their cause.

Once nobody cares the next assumption becomes relevant. It's the accepted sordid truth, though it’s not. When nobody takes a stand the lines become blurred and it’s difficult to change. They’ll call you ‘crazy’ and use you as an example of convenience.

Deep down you will know you’re different and it’s ok. Because you are the one who takes a stand and will bring us back to the truth. Together, we will succeed. We can’t do it without you.

Stand-up, because- this is your time!

Until We Meet Again,
 Jim Carver

Author: The Legacy of David A. Wells- The Lexington High School “Band of Gold”
Something Meaningful that Matters!
www.successthroughmusic.com

http://jimcarver.blogspot.com/

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The Narcissistic Style of Management

Corporations and businesses have an obligation to serve their customers and employees. We’ve seen managers who mistakenly abuse their authority as a gesture of their passion for the organization and are often rewarded for their aggressive style of manner.

Brief History Lesson: How the Narcissistic Boss was Born

Here in the Rust Belt, this type of narcissistic behavior is an ongoing problem. The poor behavior started in the factories. Over the years the need for a secondary class of workers fueled the manipulation of minds, status and the lowering of workers expectations. Thus the herd was formed.

But who is going to make sure the workers stay within our parameters and build widgets every day? The schools had teachers to instruct, the factory needed this type of person with far more authority. Someone who could create fear and increase the flow of widgets was desired. The Boss was created.

Somehow the race with competition and greed upped the ante. Enter the narcissistic boss!

Narcissistic Style of Management

Individuals who display cut-throat acts of superiority towards employees cause an incredible amount of psychological and mental harm to morale and emotions. Organizations that see this as a positive strength are ensuring a poor work performance, bad reputation, financial loss and their eventual demise.

If you somehow offend or disagree with this type of person, their quest turns into a personal vendetta for the good of the company. Narcissists receive it as a form of rejection and you will pay dearly. After all, a narcissist is never wrong; they are perfect. If you don’t believe me, just ask one.

The company mantra, dogma, slogan or mission statement is merely a desperate attempt at lip service at this point. The fact is: Nobody’s buying what you’re putting out as truth.

Starts at the Top

Companies hire aggressive people knowing that individual will control the workers and create fear to motivate their staff. This must change. Businesses are seeking the wrong behavioral role model to lead.

Eventually thousands or millions of dollars will be spent on surveys, consultants, meetings and marketing to seek improvement. Entire projects will be created or gutted, perhaps redesign the flow of business or even rebuild. (Just think what might have been accomplished financially instead of throwing money away.)

The Dog made me do it!

No different than an alcoholic denying the real problem for the root of their misery. It’s a top-down problem. When was the last time your organization looked in the mirror?

My Argument

We should be weeding out individuals with narcissistic tendencies, not seeking to hire, promote and reward selfish behaviorisms.

Hitler found it easier to start a war than to become an art student in Vienna.

Ideas to Create a Healthy Work Environment

·        Have a social and moral obligation to follow the “Golden Rule.”

·        It’s not about you, it’s about everyone.

·        When you’re wrong admit it. Being humble is good.

·        Your responsibility is to lead and serve, not seek and destroy.

·        Your mission is to inspire people, instead of creating fear and distrust.

Anything less is unacceptable!

Until We Meet Again,
 Jim Carver

Author: The Legacy of David A. Wells- The Lexington High School “Band of Gold”
Something Meaningful that Matters!
www.successthroughmusic.com

http://jimcarver.blogspot.com/

Disclaimer- Books and links on this website contain affiliate marketing sources between Jim Carver and 3^rd party companies. I only recommend products, brands and businesses that I strongly support. Photos used on this site are used courtesy of the original authors and in no way endorse The Rust Belt Chronicles or my work. Thank you.

Groundhog Day?

Insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly and expecting different results.

Enough is enough!

It’s time we stood up and stop the bleeding, bullying and bureaucracy.

Let’s turn around the Rust Belt by taking ownership and lead it in a new direction.

It’s time to rewrite the rules and take a different path.

Photo by: David St. Louis

Otherwise, every day will just be another Groundhog Day!

Until We Meet Again,
 Jim Carver Author: The Legacy of David A. Wells- The Lexington High School “Band of Gold”
Something Meaningful that Matters!

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