While we were on our way to a business convention last Saturday, a John Maxwell audio cd was playing in the background. I was not intently listening to it although I was catching some important points along the way. There was one point though that stucked to me and made me realize how odd it is that most managers or bosses do such and never realize that it gives them minus point on their leadership effectiveness.
"Do not kill the messenger of the bad news."
Most often than not, bosses tends to bite at their staff whenever bad news is being delivered to them. They do not realize that the bad thing is the news itself and not the person. But their negative reactions, their anger and frustration, makes them go on and lash at the person who delivered the news. So how would they expect the staff to to act on a problem that the boss should be aware about the next time?
Separate the problem from the messenger. Focus on the problem itself. You not only gain your staff's respect and trust, but the ability to act positively on the problem.
8/10/2009
7/29/2009
7/25/2009
7/21/2009
Ilocos Trip July 2009 1
Here are some pics from our recent visit in Ilocos. We did not really drove around because of limited time and the weather was not all good at all because of typhoon Isang who left the place the day we arrived in Laoag. We actually spent overnight in Vigan because of the heavy rains.
These are random pics. Don't have time to arrange and organize them:
Bangui Windmills
Blue Lagoon Beach, Maira-ira, Pagudpod
The place is truly amazing, especially the view on top of the mountain where you have to pass going to the place. I regret not asking Vergil to stop so I could take a picture of the view.
Cape Bojeador (Burgos Lighthouse)
View is really magnificent on top. The crystal blue waters of China Sea.
Miggy riding a Calesa in Laoag City
Laoag City Bridge entrance
Stop over in Batac City for their famous empanada and miki.
Batac miki (forgot to take a picture of their empanada)
At Amway, Urdaneta, Pangasinan
These are random pics. Don't have time to arrange and organize them:
Bangui Windmills
Blue Lagoon Beach, Maira-ira, Pagudpod
The place is truly amazing, especially the view on top of the mountain where you have to pass going to the place. I regret not asking Vergil to stop so I could take a picture of the view.
Cape Bojeador (Burgos Lighthouse)
View is really magnificent on top. The crystal blue waters of China Sea.
Miggy riding a Calesa in Laoag City
Laoag City Bridge entrance
Stop over in Batac City for their famous empanada and miki.
Batac miki (forgot to take a picture of their empanada)
At Amway, Urdaneta, Pangasinan
7/09/2009
Jomari Ann
We fondly call her Maan when we were in high school. She and Cathy are my bestfriends. Met Cathy, though, when we were already in college and Maan was my bestfriend throughout high school.
She left for Cayman Islands few years ago. I was supposed to be with her in 2005 when she made a job offer but I was already engaged then and I supposed I was not really into leaving Vergil and postponing the wedding plans. I knew she understood. I did not really thank her for coming to my wedding and did not have time to apologize for not being able to entertain her that day. But I really really appreciated the fact that she flew in, in time for my wedding. For many years now, we hardly talk. But when we do, we knew deep inside how much we understood each others thoughts and feelings. Our talks were always deep and inspiring. We haven't seen each other for long now, but deep in our hearts, we know how much we love each other. We haven't forgotten all the good times we had and the strength we put into each other during the bad times.
She's in Canada now. Studying. Enjoying life.
And she'll be coming home this December!
How I miss her! I can't wait!
She left for Cayman Islands few years ago. I was supposed to be with her in 2005 when she made a job offer but I was already engaged then and I supposed I was not really into leaving Vergil and postponing the wedding plans. I knew she understood. I did not really thank her for coming to my wedding and did not have time to apologize for not being able to entertain her that day. But I really really appreciated the fact that she flew in, in time for my wedding. For many years now, we hardly talk. But when we do, we knew deep inside how much we understood each others thoughts and feelings. Our talks were always deep and inspiring. We haven't seen each other for long now, but deep in our hearts, we know how much we love each other. We haven't forgotten all the good times we had and the strength we put into each other during the bad times.
She's in Canada now. Studying. Enjoying life.
And she'll be coming home this December!
How I miss her! I can't wait!
MJ
Was not able to stay up for MJ's memorial service. Saw in the news about the 20 second heartbreaking moment c/o Paris Jackson. And for once, I saw Michael not the king of pop but the DADDY.
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Got a copy of this...
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Got a copy of this...
Miggy
There is so much to talk about my son. Well, bear with me but I am just a mom...
He had grown so fast... and I regret every minute of those times when I am not with him. I still want to be a full time mom... with the money to spend, of course. We are working hard on it.
Soon...
6/25/2009
6/23/2009
N21 Weekend Seminar 2
Our mentors- Tito Mar and Tita Nel
With the our mentors in Australia and the WES main speakers- Gad and Melissa
Me and hubby
Business team
Me and hubby again
Business team
With the our mentors in Australia and the WES main speakers- Gad and Melissa
Me and hubby
Business team
Me and hubby again
Business team
Father's Day
We left PICC at around 5pm already last Sunday. We decided we still have time to go out with the little boy to celebrate Father's day. So off we went to SM Southmall. Miggy and Vergil got a ride-all-you-can ticket at Tom's World.
Anyways, here's a pic of Miggy's gift to his dad-- from his Art activity in his class at Toddler's Unlimited last Saturday. Cute di ba?
Daddy and son at Tom's World
Enjoying their own private moment.
:-)
Daddy and son at Tom's WorldEnjoying their own private moment.:-)
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