Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Actions Speak Louder than Words -- LISTEN


In the same week I was contacted regarding the partnership’s deficit – see latest blog postings -- I had another rude awakening. Again I went into anger, frustration and feeling helpless. I lent money to a good cause. I believed in the cause and in the person. He promised the money would be repaid in one year – guaranteed.

Are you ready for this? Me, a savvy business person signed a contract I did not read. I trusted him. He promised. Cross his heart and hope to die.

Fast forward thirteen months later and "To be honest, things are a little tight right now." As I processed the betrayal of trust, the anger, bitterness, frustration and yuk-ness I realized there had been actions and clues along the way before I lent the money. Lots of clues. I only listened to the words. They were mesmerizing.

I realized I was very angry and resentful not only at him, but especially at myself for having made a dumb investment based on talk and charisma versus track record and actions. Sigh.

Oops! Bet or at least I hope I don’t make this same mistake any time soon.

Actions count!

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