You are like my little dog. Whenever they see you, they know I am not far behind.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Elizabeth I compares a person to her dog, suggesting their presence signals her imminent arrival.
- In plain terms
- Seeing you means I am nearby.
- What can you take from it?
- Associates often reflect the presence of their leader.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does your company say about you?
- How do you signal your presence indirectly?
Another view
The comparison may seem patronizing or reductive to the person addressed.
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