Unfinished Symphony

There’s an old Chinese proverb (I wonder whether there are actually any new Chinese proverbs...) that says “Those the Gods hate, they satisfy their ambitions.”
It’s a great thought, because it suggests that the joy we take from our lives comes from striving for success, rather than the attainment of it.
There are countless others – not the winning but the taking part, the journey’s half the fun.
I’m sure you’ve seen them all.
So it stands to reason that there must be something in this line of logic.
It’s fantastic to keep your goals in mind, but rest assured that the moment you achieve them, other ones will take their place.
We’re all striving to reach something, because we’re all a work-in-progress.
Anything else will always feel like an anti-climax.

We Built That

Imagine how it must feel to have been involved in the creation of a genuine landmark, whether it’s the pyramids at Giza , the Empire State Building or the Burj Dubai. That sense of pride and accomplishment is like no other feeling on Earth.

I speak from experience, but not because I was around when the pyramids got their planning permission.
(Oh come on! I wasn’t!)
It’s because I get the same feeling from the amazing projects we deliver year after year.

When I look at the videos of the Olympics opening ceremony, or the simultaneous launch of Zain across Africa or the CES experience for NBC Universal, I feel a genuine sense of pride in what we’re able to accomplish. (Jack's stuff )

So take a look around at the great things that you and your colleagues have achieved, and feel good about them.
It’ll give you even more confidence in what you do, day-to-day.