A professional recently told me about a chat with their manager.
They weren’t sure what to do after it.
It was part of their onboarding for a new role.
Everything was going smoothly, and they were excited to start.
Then, their manager made a comment that caught them off guard:
“Just to let you know, this job gets pretty boring.”
This professional loved their work and was eager to dive in. But that comment made them question two things:
🔹 Should they care as much as they did?
🔹 Would others value their contribution?
To me, the answer to both is an emphatic YES.
Their manager likely had good intentions in sharing their perspective, but you can probably see how this type of comment can have a negative impact.
If you love what you do, let it show.
Passion is contagious, and your energy can inspire those around you.
Have you ever had a comment like this shape how you saw your work?
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