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RULE NUMBER SIX

Rule Number Six.  It works every time.  It doesn’t matter what business you’re in, how young you are, where you live, or how much money you have.  If we all learn to apply Rule Number Six to all situations in our lives, we would all be happier, treat one another much better, and the world will be a better place.  Want to know about Rule Number Six?  Read on . . .

HOW TO EAT AN ELEPHANT:

The old saying about ‘eating an elephant’ describes an enormous or very difficult task that is all but impossible.  But it can be done – with enough time, patience and more than a little bit of strategy.  The next time you are faced with accomplishing an enormous and near impossible project, think about how you would plan to eat that elephant.  Here are ten tips – maybe you can add some others:

Herding Cats: Ten Tips for Managing People

Herding cats – picture that scenario in your mind and think about what a difficult task that would be if that were your job. Cats are independent, try to be in control of the situation at all times, and definitely don’t like to be told what to do!  Managing people, from pubescents to prima donnas, can be equally as challenging.  Substitute the word “people” for “cats” as you practice the following Ten Tips, and you’ll be well on your way to successful people management while maintaining your sanity, a sense of humor, and perhaps a shred of your dignity.

The TALE of the THREE ENVELOPES

Once upon a time, a newly appointed arts administrator went to the old, retiring administrator for advice on how to succeed in the job.

"In the top drawer of the desk, I've left three envelopes for you," said the old administrator.  "When things get bad, open the first envelope and follow the instructions."