(With apologies to Paul Simon)
Just get up and leave, Steve
Go for the kill, Bill
When you hear an idea.
Don’t try something new, Stu
Just do what you know, Joe
Don’t mess with success, Jess
Treat failure with fear.
Don’t share your concern, Bern
Don’t talk at all, Paul
Ignore the crew, Sue.
Keep working alone.
Adhere to the plan, Stan
Do things the same, Jane
Don’t rock the ship, Skip
You’re on your own.
Don’t use your head, Fred
Don’t use your brain, Kane
Don’t look outside, Clyde
We’re doing fine.
Don’t praise success, Wes
Punish mistakes, Jake
Don’t ever fail, Gail
Just stay in line.
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This post was previously published on Destination Innovation.
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