THINGS I WISH MY KIDS WOULD ASK ME
Editor’s NOTE: Barry Courter has a 22-year-old son who recently graduated from college and an 18-year-old daughter who is a senior in high school.
Q: Dad, some people seem to like being recognized with awards and things, and some people don’t. Which is better?
A: Everyone likes getting an award or being rewarded for doing something well. Not everyone needs it as much as others, though. Some people like to quietly do their thing and prefer working in the background. Others need to be constantly told they are doing good work. The first person is usually a lot more productive, but not always. Both can develop attitudes over time.
— By Barry Courter