Harry Horsman Poet Didactic

Work Place Promotion

To be a supervisor
this you need to know.

It’s quite easy really
any elementary person
can become a leader, 
but most important, 
can a leader become
an elementary person?

Therefore never forget 
one’s own roots, those foundations
of an upbringing of moral substance,
one of basic humanity
and esteem,
where right is right
and wrong disciplined.

Remember to manage,
everyone as equal
as we are all
in the eyes of God!

© Harry J Horsman  2012

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Andrea Dietrich April 17, 2012 at 6:23 PM I love the message of this one, Harry. I realized I had seen that other poem before after I responded to it, the one I just left. But I checked below to make sure on this one, and it looks like this is a new one for me. REally good one!

Elizabeth Wesley April 6, 2012 at 1:15 PM Yes Harry, a wise message all need to remember; we are only flesh and blood and end up the same way no matter who we are. Empathy is a gift we all have the power to give and your words set the stage. Loved it! :)

Joe Maverick April 1, 2012 at 12:30 AM I definitley agree with your words here Harry..)

Dalila Agtani March 30, 2012 at 12:42 AM I love this piece Harry. Tell the newly promoted guy to be "color blind". Everyone deserves respect and dignity no matter what their color is. Dalila

Black Eyed Susan March 25, 2012 at 9:24 AM Great advice, not only to supervisors, but snobby people too. I hate people who think they're better than me because they have a lofty position or a bigger house. who cares? your message is the right one, for everyone. we're all equal :) good luck in the didactic contest!

Wilma Neels March 23, 2012 at 6:27 PM Gems of wisdom Harry and so much truth to them as well ;) enjoy the weekend ahead, love Wilma

Elizabeth Wesley March 23, 2012 at 6:04 PM What wisdom in tose words Harry, so much strife could be avoided if we took this advice. That last stanza is predcious! Luv, Elizabeth

Anne-Lise Andresen March 23, 2012 at 3:21 PM Very true indeed Harry, well done ... always. - Have a lovely weekend! Hope for sunshine. - oxox love Anne-Lise

Carolyn Devonshire March 23, 2012 at 2:47 PM How true! We ARE all equal in God's eyes, but people who enjoy a lot of succcess sometimes forget the things that made them worthy of our admiration. Dane Ann will love this entry for her contest! Wishing you success, Harry. You never need to thank me for doing what was right. There's a reason I don't use my maiden name... Love, Carolyn

Sara Kendrick March 23, 2012 at 1:46 PM Good advice on being a supervisor..Always sandwich the disciplinary speaks..Start with something good about the person, speak then of what needs to change, and then speak of something good again..That way the person will walk away with their selfesteem still in place..Enjoyed reading your work this afternoon..Thanks for stopping by, reading, and commenting on my work..Sara

Marty Owens March 23, 2012 at 10:40 AM Harry, I enjoyed reading this wonderful poem...often we forget our roots and need reminded...Loved it!!! Marty

Charmaine Chircop March 23, 2012 at 9:02 AM Many people take advantage of their position and power,forgetting who where they once were and its a pity.To be a great leader it takes courage,humbleness and dignity.. Well stated in your poem,clever message Harry.

Poet Destroyer A March 22, 2012 at 11:36 AM very lovely message take care always p.d.