How To Win Friends and Influence People

I’m re-reading this book.

First back in 1994?!

Recently the past 2-3 days. I wanted to refresh my brain.

Truth is, I’ve flubbed up! I’ve recently alienated myself from a dear lady, who has given so much to the community I live in. By being clumsy at best (I’m too kind to myself) I was rude! Looking back now, I realize my friendship with her may be irretrievable!

After an event there is just as great a need to debrief as there is a need to plan before the event.

We had an event.

It’s my job as president to make sure stuff happens.

Delegating isn’t my strong suit.

I’m a “doer”… well some stuff went right – most stuff – but some stuff not.

So I commenced the debriefing, with all other board members present, and started with…

I’m am so ashamed now that I see it, now that I know it!

  • I started with criticism
  • I started with her, in a “crowded room”

It ended badly. One board member left, because he tried to save me from myself, and I would not listen. She would not let me speak… I gave up on the outside but was bewildered ever since. Only seeing my side, justifying myself, and …

So!

Read the book…

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