Don't Always Believe What You See Or Hear

Over the years I've learned that you should only believe something if it comes straight from the horse's mouth. And you're sure that it's the horse, not just an impersonator. Okay, maybe that doesn't make too much sense. This week's Wall Street Journal reported the start of an investigation into online postings by John Mackey, the CEO of Whole Foods. What a way to ruin your reputation. Though being overly optimistic about the company isn't exactly illegal, it may push the boundaries on the moral side of things.

Though Mackey was the one apparently making these comments online, sometimes you'll hear things that aren't true. You should never act upon rumors in the workplace or complete a task that you think may be against professional conduct even if you are told to do so. That is how Enron and other companies ended up getting in big trouble. Even when managers or partners ask you to do something, it may not always be the right thing. See the entire Whole Foods article here.