Underserved Best

I recently spoke with a close friend who works in another organisation. She was literally in tears after missing out in a promotion at the office. It was more like getting bypassed because a couple of her colleagues were promoted and everyone else she knew who was expecting promotion also got it.

I tried to comfort her, but of course I could relate to the extreme disappointment she must feel in the moment so there wasn't much hope for an immediate change in her mood. The main thing I tried to convince her was that the promotion was inevitable should she continue her career with the company, and delay isn't always denial.

On the flip side, she talked about how hard her motivation has been hit by the decision and how did I it'll be to simply give her best going forward. Of course I knew there was a lot of emotions talking, and she'll probably come around with time. Yet I believe she probably meant it, because I see quite a number of people who act lethargic and disinterested at their jobs use their current position as an excuse.

I believe that if you cannot or have no intention to put in your best in an organisation or any area, then it is probably wisest to step back and let others more willing have the role. There is no benefit working out of spite, or in a role one no longer feels the desire to put in the effort.

As for my friend, she's feeling a lot better now as we spoke a couple of hours ago, even though it still stings to be overlooked. We need to do our part and believe that things will eventually align for us.