#169 new eyes

There is something to be said for having a fresh set of eyes look at things.  New staff members can bring a perspective that is often overlooked by those who see things every day.  Our university president often tells new hires that they are at their best in their initial weeks -- at least when it comes to pointing out inconsistencies, places where reality did not align with expectations, and being aware of changes that are needed.

One particularly ironic example was shared by a conference participant.  He worked at a Methodist institution so the Methodist logo -- consisting of a cross and flame -- was prominently posted on the campus wall.  Someone seeing it for the first time pointed out that it was inadvertently placed right next to the fire extinguisher!  

Have someone with a detached perspective walk through your place.  What counter-productive messages are you sending by default?

-- beth triplett
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