Hello Class,

Question

I would first like to state that I am not a type of person that likes to let others lose in life and will give people advice should they ask how to better themselves if I am knowledgeable in the topic they are asking about, as an example when people ask me how I started a business and managed to stay open for 18 years, or when younger employees ask how to work on their financial future, I don't like seeing them work a decade or so without any contributions. That being said I am good at directing people without telling people much at all or double speak so to say. First, if I am actually concerned about what happens to jerry, my response would be " well what do you feel is best for you?" I'm not telling him about the list nor persuading him in any manner. If he says, " I don't know" I would have to ask him how he feels the current landscape is looking around the job? If people are talking and it is evident what is coming, he will probably say " Not good", I would the probably tell him " Well if you don't feel confident in the current landscape, I would highly suggest you do some soul searching and take whatever you think will be more beneficial to you and your family." At this point if jerry doesn't get the hint or makes a poor choice, I cannot do anymore for him. I am of the kind, that life is full of good and bad choices, some may not be avoidable, or one less bad than the other, but one is still better and you have to live with those choices. I feel enough moral obligation to have a conversation with jerry and not brush him off, but at the same time I am morally obligated to my family and job as well. Let's just hope jerry takes the hint, because if he doesn't, he will be living with a poor choice. write a short response

Answer 1

Hello,

I appreciate your thoughtful approach to helping others like Jerry. It's admirable that you are willing to engage in meaningful conversations and provide guidance without being overly directive. By asking open-ended questions, you empower him to reflect on his situation and make informed decisions. Your emphasis on personal responsibility and the impact of choices is important, and it’s clear you care about his well-being while balancing your own commitments. Ultimately, it's up to Jerry to take that advice to heart, but your willingness to support him is commendable.

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