Exhilaration!
Just this word would suffice to define the mood that permeated this year's "Redwood Awards" at C2. The entire team rejoiced the grand success of the 'Redwood Awards', in yet again recognizing lofty minds. The winners…
Alex and Hari, the winners for COMMITMENT: Late into the night, these two minds are invariably glued to their computer monitors, checking for any glitches in the content. This unflattering requirement could be done full justice to, only if one internalizes commitment. These 'intern-turned-staff' talents epitomize this great trait.
Himanshu, the winner for DEDICATION: By and large, everyone is dedicated to his/her work. But, the level of dedication is what differentiates the great from the good.
Himanshu is dedicated not just to what he has to deliver, but to what the organization needs to as well. The designer's attention spreads way beyond his ambit, to oversee other areas of the project, just to ensure things are fine. This is a rare trait to come by and C2 has been quick to spot the Redwood for Dedication.
Monica, the winner for FLEXIBILITY: Would anyone agree to let his/her profile keep changing? Definitely not, for the simple reason that this would affect their career prospects.
It's refreshing to find someone who places her heart in just doing her best in whatever comes her way - a one-in-a-million trait. Monica has kept herself so flexible so as to be called in for anything that needed her attention. And, by that special attitude, she becomes C2's Redwood for Flexibility.
Nirmal, Nirmal Ranganathan & Santhosh, the winners for INITIATIVE: It doesn't take any great effort to spot those rare minds that possess the habit to take initiatives. "Why not do this additional stuff that'll help the organization?" is a question not many would ask. Understandably, everyone is engrossed into what s/he needs to deliver at the end of the day, 'cos, that's what is expected of them. But, those who deliver on something that's not expected out of them are a special lot.
By the same reason, these three minds become C2's Redwoods for Initiative.
About the Redwoods:
The Redwood Tree, a veritable giant, completely dwarfs you at first sight. Growing from a seed no bigger than that of a tomato, it reaches heights of 367 feet (the height of a 35-storey building). Around since the Jurassic Age, with an average life expectancy of nearly 2000 years, its roots go OUT (not down) 900 feet, interlocking with the soil and roots of other trees. Disease and pests have failed to conquer it, making it evergreen.
Initiated in 2006, the Redwood Awards is based on the premise that "Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude". It recognizes employees who stand tall among giants in terms of their attitudinal skills including commitment, dedication, motivation and initiative.
Congrats!!! Keep rocking... Thanigai Whats Up?
Posted by: Vijay Anand | October 21, 2011 at 10:58 AM