10 Rules for an Executive’s Early Ulcer

Came across this list when I was going over my archives (Us accountants just don’t throw anything away) …

1. Your job comes first – all personal considerations are secondary.
2. Go to the office evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
3. Take your brief case regularly with you – in this way you can review completely all the troubles and worries of the day.
4. Never say “no” to a request.
5. Accept all invitations to meetings, banquets, committees etc.
6. Don’t eat a restful and relaxing meal – always plan a conference for meal hour.
7. Regard fishing, golf, etc as a waste of time.
8. Believe it is poor policy to take all your holidays.
9. Never delegate responsibility – carry the whole load yourself.
10. If your work calls for travelling, work all day and drive all night, so that you can keep the next day’s appointments.

Can’t remember where this came from … It does makes you reflect on our time management. How often have you heard your families and friends tell you to “take a break”.  But we know better and we continue to work 24/7 (well, at least that’s what you’re being told!). Have you ever heard anyone say on their deathbed that they wished they spent more time at work?

Yes Prime Minister

History was made in Australia today … Today Julia Gillard was sworn in as Australia’s first female Prime Minister in a quick coup. What can we expect? The issues that brought down Kevin Rudd remains to be addressed – boat refugees, emissions trading system, the infamous mining super profits tax … to name but just a few.  It will no doubt affect every single Australian as policies are changed (or not) in terms of income tax, government welfare benefits, work choices, etc.  I’ll leave the politics to the political commentators.

What is fascinating to note is the obsession that some reporters appear to have with regard to Julia Gillard’s hair and fashion sense … Shouldn’t the focus be on her abilities and leadership rather than her hairstyle and dress sense? Would we have the same attention paid to this if Australia’s new Prime Minister is a man?? I’ll leave you to ponder that one!