Shedding the Blinders of Age and Wisdom

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[Mark Goren]

Hi, Rosa:

Thanks so much for the high praise! Very happy to know that you like the Planting Seeds concept.

I find what you say interesting.

"My generation (and yes, I wish I didn’t have to write it that way, but it’s an accuracy, a point of reference) was way too hung up on paying our dues and logging our past experiences, when in fact, past experience is no guaranteed predicator of what will happen in the future. We lost so much valuable time, and we took too many hits to our self-esteem."

Of course, a solid case history or portfolio shouldn't be sold short. I think it's the key piece of glue to validating what's being said in the "About" pages. Finding the balance, though, is key!

[Rosa Say]

Aloha Mark, mahalo for stopping by and for the words to help us "older folk" feel better :) Both things; confidence in can-do ability and a successful track record to show for it; do indeed strike the most pleasing balance! There is no doubt that credibility and a fine reputation is a tremendous asset.

My posting was meant as a huge compliment to the younger generations now entering the world of business, and I do hope it is received that way!

[Ulla Hennig]

Rosa,
After reading your post some thoughts are going through my mind:
1. There is a discussion going on in Germany about how indifferent, egoistic and so on young people are. I think you show very well that the saying is true that "our young people are our future."
2. Old doesn't mean old (being 55 now, I know what I am saying). There are people of my generation and older who insist on their past experiences. But I know some people older than me who are open-minded, full of energy and readiness to explore new fields in their life. I think it is not so much a matter of age but a matter of attitude towards life.
Just my 2cents,
Ulla

[Rosa Say]

Thank you for what you have added Ulla! You remind me that it is always best to stay away from generalities and stereotypes. It can also be said that each generation has as much in common as they have differences, and thus the richness we have in the here and now when we seek to learn from each other and make the best of all our circumstances.