Michael Gelb Quote

Michael Gelb, an endorser of Goal-Free Living, has a wonderful perspective on organizational effectiveness.

In many of the organizations I work with, people tell me that they’re afraid to be playful for fear of being dismissed as not serious. They point out that a tense and miserable demeanor gives others the impression that hard work is being done. Instead work smart. Over-seriousness is a warning sign for mediocrity and bureaucratic thinking people who are seriously committed to mastering high performance are secure enough to lighten up – create an environment where it is safe to be serious about the importance of play.

From A Creative Genius by Michael Gelb

If you want to view a hilarious TV commercial that illustrates his point, click here.

Quote on Uncertainty

“In American culture, we are expected to be decisive about the direction of our careers and it is generally unacceptable to be unsure about what we want to do with our lives. The importance we place on being “decided” in our society can make those who are uncertain about their future career feel as if something is wrong with them. However, an undecided person who is actively exploring and learning about career opportunities may very well find themselves following an unexpected, but fulfilling, career.”

From: Career Choices: The Importance of Chance by Kathie Sindt

Quotes of the Day

“If you can’t solve a problem, it’s because you’re playing by the rules.” – Paul Arden

“High creativity is responding to situations without critical thought…If you want creative workers, give them enough time to play.” – John Cleese (the comedian best known for Monty Python)

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