For some reason lately a growing number of people… from all parts of my personal and professional life… have been asking: “Aren’t you going to retire soon?”  And then they follow up THAT question with an extensive list of all the things I won’t have to do if I just move into that retirement phase. Most I think are surprised when I don’t answer with any kind of comment… but I know they feel they have ventured into a uncomfortable life area… so maybe silence IS the best answer.

To be honest, I don’t think I can/will ever take “retirement” seriously. But as I considered how to share this “retirement-related” TRIPLE III TIME message with you… thoughts about example setting… the importance of Ageless Example Setting… quickly became the most important point to discuss.

What do I mean?

I mean that everyone should understand that they are an example to everyone around them everyday… EVERYDAY.  And because of this issue a special TOP 10 reminder may be timely!

1. RESPECT others not because you have to… but because it is the right thing to do.
2. PARTNER with others if you have the opportunity… because more brainpower creates a better product.
3. LISTEN better than everyone… it is the best way to learn more.
4. EXPLORE new and different customer service options… it will keep you fresh.
5. SHARE ideas and concerns openly without criticism… it will build your network.
6. KEEP PROMISES that you make… it shows character.
7. GIVE BACK in actions to those who have helped you personally and professionally… they will remember too.
8. COMPLETE initiatives/assignments… because half-done is a score of 50%
9. INNOVATE because you can be the future… and not be considered “old news”
10. LEAD when asked… if you don’t you may never be asked again.

These are my TOP 10 Ageless Example Setting priorities.  I am sure there are/will be more (because no one really retires from example setting!)