I just realized the preceding post was a perfect example of the preceding post’s preceding post. Mismatched expectations are a disaster waiting to happen.

The key to a great relationship, whether it’s in the workplace, romantic in nature, or just between friends, is communication. If you want it to work, you have to let the other person know what is expected of them and what you expect to give in return. From there you compromise. You also have to understand that when you don’t communicate this to them, you can’t blame them for what they don’t know they should be doing.

Then again, if you don’t really want it to work…

Yes, I’m an asshole. Yes, I’m big-headed. My idol is this guy. Yes, I like myself just the way I am.