Judas Principle

First I want to give a big thanks to a sweet person, Tracy Jones for the inspiration for this week’s blog.  Tracy’s dog mentions this principle in the book “True Blue Leadership” – which is a wonderful light read about leadership.  The book is full of wisdom from its introduction all the through the last page.

Do you work with a Judas?  Is there a Judas in your neighborhood?  Perhaps you have one in your family.

You helped them on a work project pouring all your time and creativity into it.  You know they will get the credit, but it doesn’t matter.  Maybe you have even put your own work load on hold, so that you can devote more time on their project.  Then it happens – wham!  They throw you under the bus.

Or

Your neighbor is doing some remodeling.  Since you have the tools and the know how, you lend a hand.  You do it to be nice.  You give up your free time, weekends, maybe even you have given up time with your family.  Then, unexpectedly – kaboom!  He stabs you in the back.

Or

Your relative has fallen on hard times.  You learn that he or she is behind on their bills, out of work, and they have no food in the fridge.  You offer to help out – take them grocery shopping, loan them some money, or maybe even offer them some temp work.  Without any warning signs, it happens – pow!   That family member starts a malicious rumor about you.

Has it happened to you?

Take heart, you are not alone.  Even Jesus had one of his chosen, close friends betray him for 30 pieces of silver.

Now what?

Stay true to your values.

The Bible tells us in your anger do not sin.

Surround yourself with loyal followers and friends.

David Brinkley provides a very good quote here, “A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him.”

In difficult times, a leader will shine.

Remember, leaders bounce back.

Here are 2 books I recommend:

·        True Blue Leadership by Mr. Blue – available through Tremendous Life Books  1-800-233-2665   http://www.tremendouslifebooks.com/

·        How To Bounce When Others Break by Dr. Steve W. Price  distributed through Kat Ranch Marketing in Brooksville, FL

Have a great week and remember to bounce back, shine and grow on.

Ron Orendi