Potential

An excerpt from "The 8th Habit - From Effectiveness to Greatness" by Stephen R. Covey:

"Many in positions of authority do not see the true worth and potential of their people and do not possess a complete, accurate understanding of human nature, they manage people as they do things. This lack of understanding also prevents them from tapping into the highest motivations, talents and genius of people. What happens when you treat people like things today? It insults and alienates them, depersonalizes work, and creates low-trust, unionized litigious cultures."

I am really digging this book and as I go along, the author invites the reader to teach to others what they are currently learning in the book. I have a feeling I may do that here on this site as I move through the chapters.

But do yourself a favor and read the book for yourself. It's pretty damn amazing.