As the Zen master in the story shows even when you master a skill you are left with mastering the mind. Until you master both you are still learning.
Leadership story: The wise teacher’s test of integrity
In life, your integrity will be tested many times. Before doing something you know is not right make sure you are willing to live with it yourself.
Perseverance story: How did the eagles’ goals influence his progress in life
It’s very important who you pick for your mentor as well as which goals you decide to pursue and in which order. Learn to walk before you decide to run.
Teamwork story: Why is there a difference when everything is the same?
The key difference between the groups when everything else is the same is their attitude to their members. Carefully pick the people you hang around with.
Mindset story: A simple lesson of “The Law of the Garbage Truck”
Imagine the world we would live in if everyone would be aware of and follow “The law of the Garbage Truck”. The change can start with you now.
Story about communication: If you know the rules of the game you can win
Even if you are the one who is setting the rules of the game you have to be mindful of your opponents. Maybe they see an opportunity you don’t.
Funny story: When you don’t know the whole story
The person who is narrating the story is the one who is setting the rules. As the bank director in the story found out not everything is as it seems.
Story about communication: How to follow instructions the right way
What would you do if you would get instructions to do an unreasonable task like the wife in the story? Would you find a win-win solution?
Story about fear: When hiding your mistake gets you more problems
When was the last time you made a mistake, tried to hide it but you end up getting caught? Did you let others use your mistake against you?
Wisdom story: What can you learn about greed from chocolate
In this story the student goes through an interesting experiment to learn about greed. Now the really interesting part is what part does the chocolate have?