The Tower of Pisa is one of the most photographed landmarks in Italy, with construction beginning in 1173. Early on, builders discovered poor soil conditions that caused the tower to lean southward. At further expense, other specialists were brought in to challenge the diagnosis of earlier builders.
After nearly 100 years, and yet further expense and enthusiasm, a new group attempted to correct the lean by adding taller columns on the northern side, but the tilt persisted. Despite the efforts of four different architects over 200 years, the iconic tower was finished with its notable lean intact.
This situation teaches five key lessons: First, there’s no right way to do a wrong thing. Second, unseen elements in a project or a person’s will be seen by all. Third, if the foundation of any project is not established, the structure cannot be supported. Four, if the materials in your life or work projects lack integrity, no amount of money or experience will rectify the problem. Lastly, remember the “B.S.B.S.” principle: Build slowly and build strongly.
After nearly 100 years, and yet further expense and enthusiasm, a new group attempted to correct the lean by adding taller columns on the northern side, but the tilt persisted. Despite the efforts of four different architects over 200 years, the iconic tower was finished with its notable lean intact.
This situation teaches five key lessons: First, there’s no right way to do a wrong thing. Second, unseen elements in a project or a person’s will be seen by all. Third, if the foundation of any project is not established, the structure cannot be supported. Four, if the materials in your life or work projects lack integrity, no amount of money or experience will rectify the problem. Lastly, remember the “B.S.B.S.” principle: Build slowly and build strongly.