How to go the extra mile?

I was reading a book and there was a story which imparted a very important lesson that will help you grow as a person in life. It's beautiful way how author has done the anology. 

The story is of Lord Vishnu and Narad. Narad asks why do you have Garud outside all temples when I am your biggest devotee. So Lord Vishnu without directly answering the question asks Narad to see what happened outside, please check. He comes back and says a lady fell down and Lord Vishnu asks why did she fell down. So Narad goes again to check and these keeps on happening while Narad gets irritated that why can't Lord Vishnu tell me all details I need to find out at once. So Narad is simply following the instructions of his Lord. 

Similarly Lord Vishnu asks Garud, to go and check please see what happened outside. Garud not only sees what happened outside but collects all information and presents it to Lord Vishnu without Lord Vishnu directing him every time. 

You see the difference was simply thinking one step ahead and seeing the bigger picture. 

This same philosophy will help you in all aspects of life, especially in your career to grow as your boss is always looking for someone who can go the extra mile.

So next time when you work on any project or tasks look at what it's purpose is and how you can think beyond just completing your portion which was assigned to you. 

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