ANCIENT& not so ancient WISDOM
offering a weekly positive perspective

May 19, 2005

"A bond for life: To be able to strive together in a quest for victory." 

- Jeffrey Hansler (1957 - )

I wasn't sure what this week's AW (Ancient Wisdom) was going to be until I went to the rugby farewell banquet this weekend and realized that the strength of relationships is bound by the challenges you face with those relationships. As a manager, team leader, or company owner, this is a critical element in the bonding and success of your team. 

I practiced with the rugby team up until December last year when it became obvious I was going to miss every game for the 2005 season due to work. I haven't seen these guys for nearly six months and I was feeling awkward showing up at the end of the year banquet because of my absence.

It wasn't five minutes into showing up that I felt stupid for ever second guessing coming. There is a strong bond when you strive together in a quest for victory. 

What are the quests you have in your organization and what are the bonds that bring you together?

Wishing you a quest with others,

Sincerely,