When you look back on your successes in life and during your career, do you find that you did it WITH someone or on your own?
I know we often think we’ve “got this” and it’s all good. We’re self-starters, self-motivators and great at putting our nose to the grindstone to get something done.
It’s what served me, with a lot of stress included, during my corporate career…until…
Until I found a friend/mentor who guided me to leave certain positions and look for those that would use my energy, skills and talent. As a result, I was much happier, saw promotions and my salary increased.
You will find that having someone in your life, with his or her hand at your back…
- Gives you the gentle nudge…because they know you can do it
- Means you’ll hear them whisper in your ear…”there’s a smarter, easier way to do this”
- Helps you “get” the opportunity right in front of you, because you just don’t see it
- Creates your own special sounding board; that midnight call; that friend in your head that you can talk to even if they aren’t there
Having that kind of “someone” matters…in your life and in your career.
Whether they are your best friend, a mentor, coach, trusted coworker or colleague…having the success you want with them at your side and with their hand at your back…will…
…make success easier and sweeter…
If you’re unsure who that person is, try this.
Take a minute and think back.
Right now.
When you achieved your greatest goal, whom did you want to share that joy with?
Who did you want to tell…immediately?
When it was touch and go, who could you reach out to and know that they “had your back?”
Having that “hand at your back” to hold you up, spur you on and celebrate your success…
That’s the stuff of a more satisfying life.
Who is that person you want to reach out to, today, and let them know you’re grateful for their being on the planet?
Don’t wait.
Do it now.