What's On My Mind...

These days I’m finding it’s important to cut through the clutter and focus on what is important. The challenge is figuring out just what is the important stuff.

We all have that ever-present balancing act between our personal and professional lives. The way I see it is, as you get older, you really need to “protect” your me time, or the thing that makes you YOU, gets lost. Time is a premium. I can’t tell you how many times I have turned to my husband or children and said, “I just wish there was more time in the day.” That’s at the point where I’m climbing in bed and then falling asleep immediately. And, then again, there are those times I lay awake all night worrying about things – some within my control and other totally out of my control. I’m sure you’ve felt that way too.

My thought here is to share a few tidbits or, perhaps even, mantras that may serve as some guideposts for you in your own individual journeys:

• Stay on a quest of continuous learning! Personally, I like knowing a little about a lot of things. It keeps life interesting. I like to know about what’s on the horizon. It gives you great conversation starters.
• Celebrate your wins; pat yourself on the back. Especially in our industry, I know you may often feel like you are unappreciated or not valued. The truth is if YOU know your value, that’s all that matters. Walk with your head held high and smile. And, if you don’t like your situation, you are the only one who can change it.
• Don’t be afraid to ‘ask for forgiveness instead of permission.’ I have found that if I’m waiting for someone to give me permission to do something, that particular opportunity is long gone. Trust your gut, must of the time it is right. But, if you totally mess something up, quickly admit to your failing. If you don’t, the consequences can be disastrous.
• Avoid looking back and saying “I wish I would’ve.” If you ever find you are at a crossroad of indecision or even fear, ask yourself, “Will I wish I would have done that?” Much of life is serendipity. And, if you think about it, we spend a lot of energy ‘creating our own luck.’ Think about it.
• Be in it to win it! Everyone wants to win. Give it your all. Think positively and know you are going to win. You deserve to win!

Since this is a ‘blog’ and the EAC has been challenged to participate, I look forward to hearing your feedback and comments to this posting, share your insights that may serve as inspiration to others.

Peggy Henderson
Senior Associate
Heery International