The Rites Of Passage That Matter

Milestones aren’t just for birthdays, bull runs, or beer — they’re the fuel that keeps us moving. But somewhere between childhood and the workplace, companies forgot to make progress.

How To Motivate And Reward Employees With Rites of Passage

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The Magical Milestones Of Youth

“Reaching the age of 13 is a special milestone in the US. Not only do you officially become a teenager and further frustrate your family, but you are legally allowed to create accounts and share your data online.

Reaching 16 is a special rite of passage too. At that age, you’re legally allowed to have a driver’s license and break from the shackles of Uber Mom or UberDad.

When you get to 18 years old, you are legally allowed to vote. And when you turn 21 you can legally go into casinos and bars. You can finally purchase that alcohol and cannabis without the lame fake ID you bought online.

These federally mandated milestones are celebrated rites of passage in American society. They are the carrots hanging from the stick of youth for every generation of kids.

In a funny way, childhood is like a video game, where just by reaching a certain age you get to unlock new levels of freedom that bring you continuously closer to adulthood.

But then it’s over.

The magical milestones magically disappear.

Turning 21 is the last legally mandated, age-based milestone in life. Or, rather, the next one doesn’t happen until you’re 59 1/2 years old. That’s the point when you can legally withdraw money from your IRA without a penalty, which is not nearly as fun as turning 16.”

How To Motivate And Reward Employees With Rites of Passage