Issue 138
Oct 25, 2022

When common sense isn't common sense.

Several times this week, I realized once more that common sense for you isn't always common sense for others. In other words: don't expect something easy for you to be as easy for others.

Whether it's me telling our first babysitter that "cleaning diapers should be easy" or that I expected my colleague to understand how task groups work.

Please don't take things for granted, as they can result in unexpected scenarios. Especially if your friend or colleague doesn't feel the freedom to raise a question. You stating something is "easy" makes it even harder for them to ask the question and expose

"That thing you state is simple, is something I actually don't know" 

Soft skills are hard to develop, but with the right mindset, you should be able to improve.

Enjoy this week's SwiftLee Weekly!