Once upon a time in a vast savanna, there lived two very different animals: a lion and a gazelle. Both animals had their own strengths, and both were known as the fastest in the land.
The lion, proud of its power, believed that strength alone was the key to success. “I am the king of this savanna,” the lion would boast. “All I need to do is chase down my prey, and victory is mine.” And so, each day, the lion would rest under the shade of a tree, conserving energy until it was time to hunt. Then, in a burst of speed, it would chase after the gazelles and other animals, using all its strength in one mighty sprint.
The gazelle, on the other hand, wasn’t as strong as the lion, but it was quick and alert. Every morning, the gazelle would rise with the sun and start grazing, but it never let its guard down. It knew the lion was faster over short distances, but the gazelle had endurance. It could run long and far if it stayed focused and paced itself. Whenever it sensed danger, the gazelle would dart away in a steady run, always keeping one eye on its surroundings.
One day, after a particularly hot morning, the lion saw a herd of gazelles in the distance. It crouched low and prepared for its usual burst of speed. As the lion sprinted towards the herd, the gazelles scattered. The lion targeted one gazelle and gave chase. But the gazelle didn’t panic—it just ran at a steady pace, keeping just far enough ahead of the lion to stay safe. The lion, though fast, soon tired out and had to stop, panting in exhaustion.
The lion watched in frustration as the gazelle disappeared into the distance. It realized that while strength was important, endurance and awareness mattered just as much. The lion had relied on one short burst of power, but the gazelle had paced itself, paying attention to the long race rather than the short sprint.
Moral of the story:
In the workplace, being powerful or quick isn’t always enough. Like the gazelle, you need endurance, awareness, and the ability to pace yourself to succeed in the long run. It’s not about rushing to finish one task; it’s about staying steady, adapting to challenges, and keeping your focus on the bigger picture. 🦁🦌
