Do you hear the word, "ruthless" during your daily activities in
the last few days? That's the word being tossed about as folks
discuss Randall's choice on live television Thursday night.
As coaches we work with intelligent, well traveled clients who
keep tabs on current events. Even the frivolous ones such as the
TV show, The Apprentice. The recent concluding segment which
resulted in hiring the 4th apprentice provoked discussions among
our active, goal-workshop attendees wondering about the apparent
conflict when chosen Randall said, "No" to the option to hire
Rebecca that same night. Wow. What a surprise....especially when
reviewing Donald Trump's original question which was, "Randall,
if you were me, would you hire Rebecca also?" "If you were me"
is the key phrase uttered by this successful, competent, wealthy
business entrepreneur. Taking the lessons from wherever they
come, i.e. taking the coaching, it's interesting to note the
different observations as Rebecca, Donald Trump and Randall
concluded the interview process.
As coaches we ask our clients to learn from many different areas
and to hold a higher vision for themselves. This particular show
is a way of observing how young, competent, creative minds,
organize in an intense business situation. Whether relaxing at
the spa or planning their next strategy, the contestants use
their talents and innate intelligence to accomplish tasks and
impress the Trump organization.
The coaches chime in: Would you have said, "Yes" to the Rebecca
question? "Of course", says Leslie, the coach...the question was
"...if you were me". It seems logical to add a very competent,
earnest & ethical woman to the mix. And, how delightful to do it
that same night! Coach Kris points out that Rebecca showed grace
and creativity under pressure. Her "can do" attitude prevailed
even in the face of obstacles such as the broken leg. You've got
to admirer her for that and more.
You saw both Randall and Rebecca take a stand for themselves:
*How do you take a stand for yourself?
*How clear are you? Randall was clear and his decision came
with ease. Rebecca maintained her composure and remained
professional. Clarity can be a tremendous guiding force.
*You are an intelligent reader, how do you see it?
We are reminded of the wisdom below: "...live everything. Live
the questions now. Perhaps then, someday far in the future, you
will gradually, without even noticing it, live your way into the
answer." Quotes our wise advisor, Rainer Maria Rilke.
What do you notice as a result of these musings about The
Apprentice? How might you use these examples to do something
different? What change are you ready to make? Harnessing your
own courage from examples such as these, you can support
yourself into the well-lived life your desire. Go for it!
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