022 Our Best Ability is Our Availability
Week 22 of 2024 This week we discussed our best ability being our availability. I noticed two key opportunities to assist others and did not take action this week. I was available, but I kept moving forward. I decided that I would try harder to recognize moments that gave space for me to be available to not just myself, but to others. Being available is so valuable. Some of the best projects I have ever led or participated in have been a result of right place, right time. I was the only resource in the office over the Christmas holidays one year and an executive walked through looking for help on a high profile presentation. I ended up creating the first demo of a new tool for the automotive space. When we stay secluded and siloed, there is little room for collaboration. This ultimately stunts growth in our personal and professional life. For some, sitting in the same place for years is the desired outcome. For others like myself, we crave growth and new knowledge. We look forward to recognizing and being called on for new opportunities. I know that some are not easy and requires great sacrifice. I also know too well the joys of the feeling of completion and success. Never hesitate to ask me if Iām available. Even a no in this context does not mean never.
