It’s a phenomenon we’ve all experienced at some point: parents boasting about their children’s achievements, only for the reality to fall short. This discrepancy has been humorously summarized by Ary Rosenbaum of The Rosenbaum Law Firm P.C., in the context of recent high school graduates choosing their future colleges.
Mr Rosenbaum, in an article for JDSupra, recalls hearing numerous brags from proud parents about how well their children were doing. However, he noted that the colleges these students were heading to didn’t always reflect the high expectations set by their parents. Using a quote from his grandmother, Rosenbaum warns that, often, those who boast the most have the least to show for it.
The observation may resonate with anyone listening to corporate executives’ big promises about business expansion, successful projects, or skyrocketing profits. Yet, the tangible results, like high schoolers’ college choices, may not always match the pompous proclamations.
While this story may induce a chuckle or two, it’s a gentle reminder to legal professionals working in corporate law: Don’t just listen to the grand plans of those on the company ladder; scrutinize the real-world results as well. After all, those who brag the most could be the ones with the least to substantiate their claims.