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This is a line spoken in some movies and TV series. It is a line heard in almost every workplace. When this thought enters my mind, the words of the Buddha ring true:

“Should a seeker not find
a companion who is better or equal,
let one resolutely pursue a solitary course;
there is no fellowship with the fool.”

Unfortunately, life is not that simple. You can’t abandon or ignore your “stupid” co-workers like turning off a switch. You have to put up with co-workers who do things you consider “stupid.” Even you will do things that you consider “stupid” and now you have to put up with yourself. Besides, your co-workers are putting up with you are they not?

If you can truly suspend judgment, you can take advantage of  inefficiencies and weaknesses, and make a valuable contribution. If you can’t, you will find yourself a new job, but you will take this gaping hole in your leadership capabilities with you.

Life is short, so don’t wait too long to decide whether you will work on your weaknesses in your current job or in a different job.

You can never be perfect, maybe it makes sense for you join a team where you will be a better fit. In this is the better option, working on your weaknesses in your current job is probably a waste of time.