Post by Mitch Whiting

I am never surprised anymore when people get fired but holy crap I am in shock right now. I just found out one of my old coworkers was let go. I know that no one is immune to losing their job but if there was one person that could be, it was them. They had everything a company begs for: They were truly brilliant. And absolutely obsessed with the company. They worked late. They worked early. Always available by slack. They were so good at creating new innovative projects for the company, they eventually created their own department. They were always helping others outside the scope of their own responsibilities. And to top it off, they were best friends with the most influential leaders and executives in the company. This person was fireproof! Until they weren’t. Please listen when I say this: You are disposable at the office but you are irreplaceable in your home. 20 years from now, the only people who’ll remember if you worked late are your kids. Here is my advice: Work hard Help others Be passionate Make an impact Do your best work But do not forget that: The most important work you will ever do is within the walls of your own home. No matter how much your boss says they need you, your family needs you more.