Give Away the Glory

Ever have a manager take the credit for your work? I have. How did that make you feel?

Ever have a manager glorify their contribution to a team effort? I have. What did you think was going on in the heart and mind of that manager?

Ever have a colleague steal an idea? I have. It's impossible to defend, isn't it?

Here's a wonderful article about why big wigs, upper mucks, should not only give away the glory, they should also take the blame.

As a manager, I like to give away the glory and focus on being thankful for a win.

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