Code for Success

"To succeed is nothing, it's an accident.

But to feel no doubts about oneself is

something very different: it is character."

Marie Leneru

1875 - 1940

French Writer and Playwright

I have never believed in the 'dog eat dog' concept for success.  Propelling one's self to the top by means of stepping on others, betraying contracts, and taking sole credit for all employees work, never resonated with me.  Being number one at all cost truly felt deplorable.  If this were the code for success, I wanted no part of it.

Then I came across  an article about a millionaire business owner who had not only maintained the core of his employees over the years, but had graduated them financially as well.  He invested in  college educations for the enhancement of employees under developed abilities.  They of course returned and found higher positions to apply those skills. When a worker shared an insight for better quality control, the person was recognized and honored for the contribution.  When the plant burned to the ground, the employees showed up every day to assist in the rebuilding, as they felt as though they were appreciated employees.  The owner maintained all salaries and insurance for his workers during this debilitating time.

Another vibrantly successful man stated his desire to care for his own and to treat each person with respect.  He found pleasure in watching workers unfold and then graduate through the company.  He willingly shared profits with everyone as he felt they were his family.  He bragged on the maintenance crew, the cafeteria workers, and the minds of those who helped to expand their offerings into the world.  This example of success recognizes the importance of everyone helping to push the wheel of discovery together.  An excellent code for success ... honor and respect for all!