Nevin's Data "Points"

Life has many lessons to teach us, some more painful than others—and some we’d just as soon be spared. But for the graduates of 2020—well, theirs is surely a unique time. So, if you have a graduate—or if you ARE a graduate, here are some thoughts…    My kids have passed those milestones—but I have two nieces that will graduate this year without an “official” ceremony to commemorate the occasion, no capstone to those years in pursuit of education, and preparation for the next of life’s stages, and—while social media, cell phones, TikTok and Zoom provide some solace—this is a class that will, for the moment anyway, be denied the hugs and warm embraces of classmates, friends and family alike. That said, those next steps lie ahead—and if the when, where (and how) remains elusive—the if is surely only a matter of time. And as graduates everywhere look ahead to the next chapter in their lives, it seems a good time to reflect on some lessons learned along the way—m...

Life has many lessons to teach us, some more painful than others – and some we’d just as soon be spared. But as graduates everywhere look ahead to the next chapter in their lives, it seems a good time to reflect on some of the lessons we’ve learned. Here are some nuggets I’ve picked up along the way…. Be willing to take all the blame – and to share the credit. There actually are stupid questions. Shun those who are cruel – and don’t laugh at their “jokes.” Never say you’ll never. Be on time. “Bad” people eventually get what’s coming to them. But you may not be there to see it. Always sleep on big decisions. Sometimes the grass looks greener because of the amount of fertilizer. Never email in anger – or frustration. And be extra careful when using the “Reply All” button. If your current boss doesn’t want to hear the truth, it may be time to look for a new one. Never pass up a chance to say “thank you.” If you wouldn’t want your mother to learn about it, don’t do it....