Be respectful to your superiors, if you have any.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Show respect to those above you if they exist.
- In plain terms
- Be polite to your superiors.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect hierarchy when present.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When should respect be questioned?
- What is the line between respect and obedience?
Another view
Blind respect can suppress critique.
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