Things my CEO said

Dear George,

A while ago the CEO of my company came and spoke to a group of us. He makes it his policy to "meet" with every new associate. Keep in mind I work for a VERY large company, so it is really cool he does that. It's not one on one though, he totally doesn't have time for that! So there were like 30 of us in the room. He spoke for a while and then opened it up for questions. I wrote down some things he said because I want to remember them, and I thought they were cool so I'm sharing them with you. He was a really nice guy and you can tell that my company REALLY cares about it's employees.

About the company -

The sole source of security and opportunity comes from the customers.

About how to succeed in our company, and in life -

Have uncompromising integrity.

Invest for total long term after taxes return. In your health, education, family, etc...

Those who recognize opportunity and take full advantage of it rise to the top of the pyramid.

It doesn't really matter how smart you are, other things matter too. He quoted Warren Buffet "If your IQ's 150 give back 30 cause you don't need it."

What will bring you the most happiness is doing something you love, that's worthwhile, with people you care about.

Try your level best to not do anything or say anything that would lead people to question your integrity, honesty, or motivation.

Be your own best critic.

You've gotta work harder than anyone else, but you've gotta be able to give others credit for it.

Beyond your first job, people will determine your success. Be a team player.

Any time someone expects more of you than you do of yourself then you're already losing.

Be lucky. Which means - have the ability to recognize opportunity and prepare so well that you can take advantage of it before it's too late.

If you want a good mentor, find someone who knows enough about you and will tell you everything that's wrong with you. Who will tell you how to take advantage of your strengths, and overcome your weaknesses. Someone who will never let you be satisfied. Don't let them get too close to you though, or they will become reluctant to tell you the truth all the time.

Too many people do not go after their own abilities. Most people are where they are because of their comfort level, not because of their ability.

Be curious about our industry and company.

Be curious in general.

How do you succeed? You just have to want to.

What to focus on to advance quickly in life and in the company.

Dependability
No swear words
Tithe
No debt
Be a team player
Top scores
Be driven
Be curious


How cool is that George? That I get to work for a company that cares about us enough that the CEO takes the time when he's in town to meet with the associates like that? I LOVE it!!

S