It's crazy to think that the type of father you had could affect your success in the workplace, but this article does bring up some interesting points about how this could be possible. In a new book called "The Father Factor" by Stephan Poulter, it discusses how children of a certain type of father may be able to use their childhood experiences to their advantage in their career. For example, if you had an explosive father, you'll be better at reading people's moods which could help you be sensitive to your boss and co-workers. Or, if you had an absentee father, you're probably more inclined to be an over-achiever...to do more than your father ever did.
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What type of father did/do you have?
Do you think you can attribute any of your successful or unsuccessful work behaviors to him?
This is a great topic and I can't wait to see your comments!
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I can understand what the article is saying. I mean, I'd consider my dad to be an "absentee" dad. My parents divorced when I was 10, and because my mom couldn't get over her pain, seeing my dad became such a big problem that we only saw each other on holidays and birthdays. I think my dad had his own life, too, and he pursued that moreso than he pursued seeing me and my siblings. For that reason, he's absentee. Today, we have a great relationship. But, I did miss him as a kid. And I can see how that affects my career because I am VERY in-tune to other people's feelings because I was so aware as a kid all the of emotions my parents went through in their troubled marriage and divorce. I think this helps me in the workforce because I perceive when people are bothered, angry, or put-off and I can adjust how I speak to them and interact with them accordingly. Needless to say, I'm interested in this Stephan dude's book...it may have some great insight into my personal relationships with my family and others...That's my 99 cents worth!
I'm a daddy's girl, and everyone in the family knows it. My parents are divorced as well, but my dad was always present and still is. I'm strong-headed like my mom and my dad knows it and knows how to deal with me.He gives his two cents when he thinks it is neccessary, and give great advices.And I think, he did a good job in helping my mom raising my brother, and shape me as the woman I am today.
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