An 8 year old RHB

Three weeks ago, I had to opportunity to present Knocking down Silos at the University of Guelph. The 500 people in attendence from the business and academic community had the opportunity to hear me reflect on my theory how we drive is often how we live our lives.

We have the decision to live in first, second or third gear.

More and and more people have been writing to tell me that RHB Third Gear Philosophy is not only allowing them to become more successful in their career and more fulfilled in their lives but that it is changing their driving habits as well.

Olivia was the youngest person in attendence at Guelph. Her mom wrote me the next week to pass along Olivia's story.

The morning after the talk, Olivia and her mom were leaving a doctor's appointment and were trying to merge into a long lineup of cars. Apparently no one was allowing them in.

Olivia commented:

"Mom, those men are all in first gear, they should go to Dave's lecture and get into third gear."

Her mom also related that Olivia spent the next 3 days commenting on what third gear meant to her and how amazing it was that an 8 year old not only grasped this concept but spent the next few days applying it to her life.
What I haven't told you is that Olivia lost her father in a tragic accident 3 years ago and that she has struggled with separation anxiety since then.

With maturity comes wisdom. But cynicism can also rust up our souls.

Sometimes we can all learn from someone like Olivia.

Get the rust off.