Leadership Tip
A Comedian's View of Cynicism
As you likely know,
a shuffle has occurred in
NBC late night programming.
Conan O'Brien left the "Tonight" show
and
Jay Leno will return to the 11:35 pm spot.
In his closing statement
Conan made a comment
that we can all remember.
"I hate cynicism," he said.
"It's my
least favorite quality
and it doesn't lead anywhere.
Nobody in
life gets exactly
what they thought they were
going to get.
But if you work
really hard and you're kind,
amazing things
will happen."
Many of us have experienced
disappointments
and setbacks
in our careers and personal lives.
We sometimes
feel that we are not
being treated fairly or as we deserve.
Over the course of a lifetime
these kinds of
things will occur.
What emotion we let dominate
is our choice.
Cynicism can be toxic and contagious.
It can spread throughout
both our own lives
and those of our friends and colleagues.
It
generates bitterness and negativity.
The next time you find yourself
feeling
cynical, remember Conan's message.
A serious point from a
comedienne.
Thanks Conan.
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