Two years ago today I made a change that would ultimately change me, my path in life, and allow me to discover and embrace dreams.
I had spent 11 years working for various financial institutions. One particular Monday, April 10 to be exact, I decided I was done. I went to my supervisor after lunch that day and told her I was not happy and would be seeking employment elsewhere. The company decided to release me that day with a check for one month's salary and insurance benefits until the end of the month. So, that deal worked out great for me. However, while I had a huge sense of relief and felt like a weight had been lifted, the thing I did not have was another job. At that point, I decided to truly have faith and allow God to take control and see where I would end up.
When I got home, I started networking, and I had three interviews by the end of the week. I had interviewed with the government entity who I now work for, a medical company, and a pyramid scheme company (yeah they fooled me into that one). In addition, I exchanged voice mails and emails with everything from a glass company who needed an accounting professional to friends of friends who may know of someone who could use someone with my experience, etc. Basically, the job hunt was all over the board, I wasn't looking for one industry in particular. As it turned out, I received an offer from the government entity.
I was interested in government and politics, but I had not completely realized the passion I had for the two. There is one person I know who was involved in politics on one level or another. I always enjoyed spending time with this particular individual because we would discuss current affairs and even watch the likes of Fox News, MSNBC, CNN, etc, and this person is someone who I continue to have a lot of respect for. So this particular person initially lit the fire within me which revealed my desire to help and be involved politically. Then, on April 24, 2006, I began working for my current employer. I actually was a little disappointed that I didn't have more time off, but I was blessed to have found something so soon. Little did I know that was the beginning of what has been a great ride, and I am still enjoying the ride.
I have never enjoyed a job as much as I enjoy this one. Granted I sometimes get bored, but I often get bored easily...so it's not the job, it's my addiction to always needing to be busy. This job has allowed me to see and experience things first hand that I do not think would have been possible elsewhere. I have learned many things that are applicable to life in general, not just the workplace. I have now become someone who once watched from afar to someone who is now a part of the team. Granted sometimes I am the one sitting on the sidelines suited up and waiting to get in the game, but there have been times where I have actually been in the game and have seen some of the action first hand. It's been great, and I love every minute of it! This whole process has expanded my knowledge, strengthened my backbone, and has given me an ultimate goal to reach.
Follow your heart, set goals, and when you reach your goals...create new ones. Life's fun that way!
I had spent 11 years working for various financial institutions. One particular Monday, April 10 to be exact, I decided I was done. I went to my supervisor after lunch that day and told her I was not happy and would be seeking employment elsewhere. The company decided to release me that day with a check for one month's salary and insurance benefits until the end of the month. So, that deal worked out great for me. However, while I had a huge sense of relief and felt like a weight had been lifted, the thing I did not have was another job. At that point, I decided to truly have faith and allow God to take control and see where I would end up.
When I got home, I started networking, and I had three interviews by the end of the week. I had interviewed with the government entity who I now work for, a medical company, and a pyramid scheme company (yeah they fooled me into that one). In addition, I exchanged voice mails and emails with everything from a glass company who needed an accounting professional to friends of friends who may know of someone who could use someone with my experience, etc. Basically, the job hunt was all over the board, I wasn't looking for one industry in particular. As it turned out, I received an offer from the government entity.
I was interested in government and politics, but I had not completely realized the passion I had for the two. There is one person I know who was involved in politics on one level or another. I always enjoyed spending time with this particular individual because we would discuss current affairs and even watch the likes of Fox News, MSNBC, CNN, etc, and this person is someone who I continue to have a lot of respect for. So this particular person initially lit the fire within me which revealed my desire to help and be involved politically. Then, on April 24, 2006, I began working for my current employer. I actually was a little disappointed that I didn't have more time off, but I was blessed to have found something so soon. Little did I know that was the beginning of what has been a great ride, and I am still enjoying the ride.
I have never enjoyed a job as much as I enjoy this one. Granted I sometimes get bored, but I often get bored easily...so it's not the job, it's my addiction to always needing to be busy. This job has allowed me to see and experience things first hand that I do not think would have been possible elsewhere. I have learned many things that are applicable to life in general, not just the workplace. I have now become someone who once watched from afar to someone who is now a part of the team. Granted sometimes I am the one sitting on the sidelines suited up and waiting to get in the game, but there have been times where I have actually been in the game and have seen some of the action first hand. It's been great, and I love every minute of it! This whole process has expanded my knowledge, strengthened my backbone, and has given me an ultimate goal to reach.
Follow your heart, set goals, and when you reach your goals...create new ones. Life's fun that way!
By 2008-04-24 19:21:38
The whole "people never change" doesn't apply to me, but then most of life's cliche's don't. :-)