The title refers to an Australian cultural expression that describes a "disease" that feeds on the notion that anyone who appears to represent high ability or admirable qualities (also known as 'tall poppies') must be attacked, demeaned, and brought down to the common level. And a "poppy clipper" is a woman that serves the comeuppance. The article I found went on to say, "Individuals with TPS, (known as "poppy clippers") believe others' perceived advantages to be an affront--an unbearable reminder of their own shortcomings.”
Could it be that our sisters in arms really would undermine, rather than celebrate, our successes in order to avoid looking at their own lack of personal and professional progress? Let's say that is the case. Would someone's perceived disapproval be enough to knock you off track and prevent you from attaining all that you dream of?
I raise a challenge to women-kind; let's create a different kind of garden. Let's create the type of garden that knows that nurturing the growth of others in turn nurtures our own growth. Tall poppies, compact marigolds, slender irises, wild daisies…they can all thrive.
What would be a good first step? Look around at your own personal landscape. Is there someone that you've seen struggle to attain recognition, a career achievement or a personal goal? Ask yourself “what's the most powerful thing I can do to assist this person?” With their success, the light shines on you as a powerful leader, an effective mentor.
And then? How about opting out of those situations where it would be so easy to gossip and trip up another woman's progress?
The Dali Lama said "be the change you wish to see in the world". Put down the garden shears and start tending the garden of humanity.
Together, let's figure out some strategies to help you successfully navigate from becoming to being, send me an email and tell me what your dreams are. kirstenhallcareercoach@gmail.com
Today, choose joy!
Kirsten Hall, MBA
Career Coach
kirstenhallcareercoach@gmail.com
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