Thursday, 9 December 2010

Journey

Suddenly, I am excited about this trip. I think I should keep writing about progress, so I can retrace my steps with the same excitement. And, I love to write.

What does the destination look like?
- I love my work and am proud of it, and it makes me happy.
- I believe in myself and my ability to be all that I want to be.
- My prospects look bright.
- I am making a contribution to the business of sustainable energy.

I have taken some baby steps:
- I have completed the Flower Exercise and am writing down my story.
- I have updated my resume and put it out there. The calls are coming in, almost one every week, which is welcome encouragement. Yet, they have all been in areas close to my current work – business development roles in industrial gases and oil & gas logistics. I have attended two interviews. One went promisingly well, and bolstered my self-confidence no end. I loved what I sounded like and what I heard. Like the sound of a racecar engine warming up for the track. The other one has shut me out for all practical purposes. A couple of others have shown interest, only to step back. Practice laps always help.
- I am looking at some roles in the energy finance space. I will submit some honest applications, and keep looking for more such roles.
- I am revving up the network machine. I am reconnecting with some of my peers, and listing out the senior others who can possibly link me up to more others.
- I have set myself two simple goals, so as not to lose momentum – 1. At least one pan warm on the stove at all times 2. Out of here by June 2011.
- I feel good and am determined to relentlessly take this all the way.
- I am constantly speaking to others who feel passionate about similar change. I wish to remain infected.

Little by little, we will get there.

This one is for reading on the day the sun refuses to shine.

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