Be Open to Possibilities

I am a believer in fate or destiny or whatever you want to call it.  The experiences we have in this life are connected, our responsibility is to figure out what the connection is and what it means. 

As you search for your next opportunity, pay attention to the signs.  Don't overlook something because it doesn't pay enough, or it isn't enough hours.  Ask yourself, "what might happen if I take this job"?

Do contract or temporary jobs turn into full time positions?  Quite frequently-  if you do your job well and fit into the company culture.  If it doesn't work out, what have you learned about yourself and about others?

7 years ago, I had no idea what a career consultant did.  I had never heard of outplacement services either.  I was interviewed for the job, which by the way, was a referral from a previous co-worker, and almost instantly thought, "this is it"!  It was the perfect blend of my past experiences and upbringing.  At that point in my life, I wasn't really looking for work, but I made the timing work.  I found my new passion in work.

Several years later, when the work had slowed, another opportunity presented itself to interview for a contract position.  It was not ideal, the hours were small, but, heck, it was something.  I took this job and for many months paid out more in day care than I made in the job.  I didn't know what would happen, but in my mind, some work was better than none.  When my husband lost his job, magically or coincidentally, my employer had a full time opportunity to offer me.

At a gathering of girl friends, we each drew a card from a deck, an inspirational card.  Mine read "Life is not a destination, it is the joyous journey".

I have this posted by my computer at work as a reminder to enjoy the experiences and learn from them.  They all connect.

We sometimes turn off the radar that assesses the combined experiences in our lives.  Keep the radar on.  Be open to new ideas and opportunities. 

The era of climbing the corporate ladder are dead and gone for the most part.  This creates the wonderful opportunity for us to pursue what is meaningful to us and to not expect to be given anything. It is up to each of us to create a meaningful life.

Comments

[mike lally]

It is funny that you say that 7 years ago you did not know what a career consultant did. We've known each other for - well - longer than 7 years and you have ALWAYS been a career consultant in my view. :)