One young academically excellent person went to apply for a managerial position in a big company. He passed the first interview, and the director conducted the final interview, making the ultimate decision. The director discovered from the CV that the youth's academic achievements were excellent all the way from secondary school to postgraduate research; there was not a single year when he did not achieve good grades. The director asked, "Did you receive any scholarships in school?" to which the youth answered, "None."
The director inquired, "Was it your father who paid for your school fees?" The youth replied, "My father passed away when I was one year old; it was my mother who paid for my school fees." Further questioning led to the director asking, "Where did your mother work?" The youth responded, "My mother worked as a clothes cleaner." The director then requested the youth to show his hands. The youth presented a pair of hands that were smooth and perfect.
The director then asked, "Have you ever helped your mother wash the clothes before?" The youth replied, "Never; my mother always wanted me to study and read more books. Furthermore, my mother can wash clothes faster than me." Following this, the director made a request. He instructed the youth to clean his mother's hands when he returned home that day and then see him the next morning.
The youth felt optimistic about his job prospects and upon returning home, he asked his mother to allow him to clean her hands. His mother, feeling a mix of emotions, obliged and showed her hands to her son. As the youth cleaned his mother's hands slowly, tears fell from his eyes. It was the first time he noticed how wrinkled and bruised his mother's hands were, some bruises causing her pain as he cleaned them with water.
This experience opened the youth's eyes to the sacrifices his mother had made, including washing clothes daily to support his education. The bruises on his mother's hands symbolized the price she paid for his academic success and future. After finishing cleaning his mother's hands, the youth voluntarily washed all the remaining clothes for her. That night, they had a heartfelt conversation.
The next morning, the youth visited the director's office. Seeing tears in the youth's eyes, the director asked, "Can you tell me what you did and learned at home yesterday?" The youth shared that he cleaned his mother's hands and finished washing all the remaining clothes. The director then inquired about his feelings, and the youth expressed three key realizations.
The director acknowledged these realizations and stated, "This is what I am looking for in my manager." The youth was hired. Over time, the young manager worked diligently, earning the respect of his subordinates, and the company's performance significantly improved.
Reflecting on the experience, the text concludes with a powerful message about the importance of appreciating the efforts of others, understanding their struggles, valuing family relationships, and not solely chasing monetary goals. It emphasizes the significance of teaching children the value of hard work, cooperation, and appreciation, rather than fostering entitlement.
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8The director inquired, "Was it your father who paid for your school fees?" The youth replied, "My father passed away when I was one year old; it was my mother who paid for my school fees." Further questioning led to the director asking, "Where did your mother work?" The youth responded, "My mother worked as a clothes cleaner." The director then requested the youth to show his hands. The youth presented a pair of hands that were smooth and perfect.
The director then asked, "Have you ever helped your mother wash the clothes before?" The youth replied, "Never; my mother always wanted me to study and read more books. Furthermore, my mother can wash clothes faster than me." Following this, the director made a request. He instructed the youth to clean his mother's hands when he returned home that day and then see him the next morning.
The youth felt optimistic about his job prospects and upon returning home, he asked his mother to allow him to clean her hands. His mother, feeling a mix of emotions, obliged and showed her hands to her son. As the youth cleaned his mother's hands slowly, tears fell from his eyes. It was the first time he noticed how wrinkled and bruised his mother's hands were, some bruises causing her pain as he cleaned them with water.
This experience opened the youth's eyes to the sacrifices his mother had made, including washing clothes daily to support his education. The bruises on his mother's hands symbolized the price she paid for his academic success and future. After finishing cleaning his mother's hands, the youth voluntarily washed all the remaining clothes for her. That night, they had a heartfelt conversation.
The next morning, the youth visited the director's office. Seeing tears in the youth's eyes, the director asked, "Can you tell me what you did and learned at home yesterday?" The youth shared that he cleaned his mother's hands and finished washing all the remaining clothes. The director then inquired about his feelings, and the youth expressed three key realizations.
The director acknowledged these realizations and stated, "This is what I am looking for in my manager." The youth was hired. Over time, the young manager worked diligently, earning the respect of his subordinates, and the company's performance significantly improved.
Reflecting on the experience, the text concludes with a powerful message about the importance of appreciating the efforts of others, understanding their struggles, valuing family relationships, and not solely chasing monetary goals. It emphasizes the significance of teaching children the value of hard work, cooperation, and appreciation, rather than fostering entitlement.
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Dear Sachin,
Thanks! Thanks!! The interview and its lessons are truly valuable in today's fast-paced modern life. I became very emotional when I read it. Thank you for reminding me of my past and how much effort my parents put in to help me reach this stage. Everyone knows that money can be lost and regained, but the bond with our parents and family is irreplaceable.
Regards,
Silva
From India, Delhi
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Thanks! Thanks!! The interview and its lessons are truly valuable in today's fast-paced modern life. I became very emotional when I read it. Thank you for reminding me of my past and how much effort my parents put in to help me reach this stage. Everyone knows that money can be lost and regained, but the bond with our parents and family is irreplaceable.
Regards,
Silva
From India, Delhi
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Dear Mr. Sachin,
Thank you very much for sharing such an emotional article that resonates much better in this modern and fast-paced life. Once again, thank you for reminding me of my past and the tremendous efforts my parents put in to help me reach a good position in life.
Keep sharing..!!
CB
From India
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Thank you very much for sharing such an emotional article that resonates much better in this modern and fast-paced life. Once again, thank you for reminding me of my past and the tremendous efforts my parents put in to help me reach a good position in life.
Keep sharing..!!
CB
From India
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