I loved this recent blog written by my friend Nanci Sherman, www.cureforthecommonhotel.com
I think she speaks for many employees that have had to endure a difficult superior. Enjoy.
Ode to a Former Boss
You never acknowledged me in the hall.
You never knew my name at all.
I listened to every word you said.
Ramp up the rate, put heads in bed.
I came in on holidays and helped park cars.
I handed out thank yous and candy bars
To all the people you never knew
And they didn’t know what to think of you.
I sang your praises and interpreted your rants.
I ran your errands and pressed your pants.
I bought gifts for your wife, and the other one.
I booked the flights for your daughter and son.
I worked the weekends for a perfect sell.
I dealt with all the guests from hell.
I only wish you stopped to say
Thanks for all you did today.
And now I must be moving on
Though you will never know I’m gone.
I have learned so much in spite of you
I know forever what not to do.
Don’t leave the care of talent to another.
Acknowledgement goes straight to the bottom line.
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