Careless staff even make the Dalai Lama angry

Even the Dalai Lama, who is known for promoting peace, patience and pacifying, has revealed he is angered by careless staff.

In an interview with The Times Magazine, the Tibetan monk says: “You never stop getting angry about small things. In my case, it’s when my staff do something carelessly, then my voice goes high. But after a few minutes, it passes.” – a reassuring revelation for managers who feel frustrated by their employees.

And while The 14^th Dalai Lama’s anger is clearly shown by an increase in pitch, a recent study has shown the female managers should mask their anger or lose influence.

However, the 80-year-old Buddhist also revealed what makes him happy: “I am at my happiest when I’m mixing with others. If I speak with someone and they get some benefit, I feel very happy.” An argument that could be used against silos within the workplace.

The Dalai Lama also addressed work/life balance by talking about his mother. “My mother was a very compassionate person. She was a peasant farmer and was illiterate. There was nothing to play with, so she always carried me on her back as she worked. I received the maximum affection from her. Sometimes in modern life, it’s not possible to spend sufficient time with your children in this way.”

But unfortunately the celibate monk could not offer a solution to this issue. “What makes a good parent? I’m a monk – I have no experience!”