8 big career takeaways from this season of 'Game of Thrones' by Áine Cain on Jun 29, 2016, 9:24 AM Advertisement
 Warning: "Game of Thrones" spoilers ahead The special effects and set pieces on "Game of Thrones" are pretty awesome, but it's the sprawling cast of flawed, familiar characters that keep us coming back for more pain. There are limits to our ability to relate to this group, of course. Obviously, you're never going to need to rally the obstinate Northern houses to fend off a White Walker invasion or pledge your life to a scary murder cult or fly on some big, scaly dragons. (Alternatively, if that sounds like your life, let's hang out). We can't necessarily relate to their jobs either — knights, Night's Watch commanders, pirates, assassins, conquerors, and whatever it is that Littlefinger does (professional creeper?) aren't professions that really factor into our modern service economy. Still, there are plenty of takeaways from the show that you can apply to your own life. Here are nine big career lessons that'll hold you over until the next season. SEE ALSO: Here's how the remaining 'Game of Thrones' characters rank by leadership abilities DON'T MISS: 3 things you can learn from the most effective leaders on 'Game of Thrones' Your team is crucial  Daenerys is where she is today — cruising in a sweet Ironborn fleet — because of her talented squad. Tyrion, Grey Worm, Missandei, and Daario helped her lock it down in Meereen. Varys, the Queen of Thrones, and Ellaria Sand have paved the way for her forces in Westeros. Yara and Theon have provided the rides. Meanwhile, up in Winterfell, Jon Snow's being subjected to chants that he's the new King in the North. He was dead a few episodes ago. That's evidence of how much difference a good support system can make. Dany and Jon have both surrounded themselves with crack teams and are currently reaping the benefits (let's see how long their winning streaks last, though — this is "Game of Thrones").
Don't underestimate people  Ramsay underestimated his dogs and became puppy chow. Walder Frey underestimated everyone and ended up eating it — and by "it" I mean a pie made from his dead sons. Sansa, Davos, and Jon underestimated Lyanna Mormont and got verbally eviscerated. (Don't be fooled by her age, she's got 62 soldiers and they all fight with the strength of 10 men). For all his Machiavellian prowess, the High Sparrow underestimated Cersei in the end. The lesson? Don't underestimate your competition. Don't underestimate your friends. Don't underestimate yourself.
Be fierce  People on "Game of Thrones" are usually too fierce. Like everyone's constantly talking about burning down cities. They've got no chill. Still, sometimes you've got to make bold moves and take some calculated professional risks, whatever that means for you. Don't burn your clothes off in any tent fires to impress people, but do empower yourself and take charge of your own career.
See the rest of the story at Business Insider
| 
0 comments:
Post a Comment