It’s fascinating how our standards morph when roles reverse. We demand excellence from others yet grant ourselves generous wiggle room.
Studies have found that over 75% of managers hold their teams to higher standards than they hold themselves.
Maya Angelou wisely noted, “When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.” Perhaps it’s time we showed ourselves who we indeed are.
The standards we set for others reflect our potential. The standards we set for ourselves reveal our character.
Next time you ease your expectations, pause. Your double standard is showing.
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