The most frustrating repeated failure in meeting management is unclear accountability for actionable items. A simple – “Joe – you are going to take care of this by Tuesday, right?” is all it takes. A Pro gives every action item both a name and a date. Assuming you read the rules in order, you should…
Category: Communication
Rule 25: A Pro doesn’t share their personal website with co-workers
The second you give your URL to a co-worker, The Code now extends to that virtual space. So unless you are a self-promoting douchebag running a site about how great your company is, don’t do it. Sadly, this means none of my co-workers should be reading this. Err… Hmm. Uh oh. Editors Note 2/4/24This was…
Rule 24: When asked “How are you doing?” a Pro answers, “Really good”
When asked how you are, you are always “Really good, you?”. Remember – they do not give a fuuuuuuuck. This is a pleasantry. Whether you are really good or about to quit – they only asked because it is one of those things we do and it would be strange not to. Here’s the thing,…
Rule 23: Never send an Email/Text while angry
My best friend used to work at a brokerage house, peddling shit stocks over the phone to stupid people. I remember visiting his office once. The energy was insane. Guys were pacing around with their phones, holding baseball bats, unbuttoning shirts…. As a relatively calm person, I asked my friend what the fuck was going…
Rule 16: Never give a date for things beyond your control
“When will the project complete?” I hate this question and I bet you do too. If it’s some document or presentation you need to create – that is simple enough. Take whatever you are comfortable with and add 20-30% on top of whatever you were going to say. If you need to work harder or…