Edward's Stories # 8
The week was off to a greart start
New dynamism after the team meeting.
Edward felt good
He was taking a pause
Reflecting about the last couple of days
He knew there was still a long way to go
But …He felt energized
Confident about the road taken.
He was looking out the window
It was a beautiful day.
Edward … do you have a minute?
Sarah’s voice brought him back
…
Sure, what’s up Sarah?
Edward was concerned an issue had occurred.
Lately, Edward noticed
His team members loved to share problems …
Loved to complain about others …
About what did not work as it should.
So, he thought … here we go again.
…
No Edward … I am not bringing a problem
Sarah said seeing Edward’s expression.
I want to run something by you
And … I would like to have your advice.
Sure, Edward said in surprise …
Let’s sit down or you would like to go for a walk?
…
During the next 15 minutes,
Edward and Sarah had their best meeting ever.
Sarah shared her views about how to solve Y
A long-outstanding issue.
She outlined three possible solutions
And explained why # 2 would be best. Edward listened …
Paid real attention now.
And then said … Sarah, I believe # 2 will indeed solve it.
Go ahead, you got my support.
…
Both Edward and Sarah
Looked surprised at each other.
Both thought … did not say it …
“New dynamics…”.
Sarah went her way
Edward returned to looking out the window.
…
It looked as if new colors had appeared
That is the way Edward felt
He wondered …
If meetings can be like this
Imagine …
Just imagine … what we can accomplish.
Just imagine … the possibilities!
…
Edward knew there was still a long way to go.
At the same time …
He felt energized
And more confident about the road taken.
P.S. What do you see when you look out the window?
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