Tuesday, February 2, 2010

My Oz

It's come to my attention again recently that I am the "wind beneath (your) wings" more often than I care to admit. Don't get me wrong. I love that role. But it's time for a change. What does that mean, exactly? Well, let's just say I have no problem supporting everyone else's causes but when it comes to my own, I cannot seem to find the yellow brick road to my Oz. Sure, I'm good at it. I have put 110% into everything I've done to get to where I am today. I am the caretaker. The breadwinner. The stable one. And now that I'm finished with school, through with my six-month mentoring circles at work... the "What's Next?" is screaming at me so loudly I cannot find ear muffs strong enough to hold me back.

So, I am officially putting myself out there. I am at the end of my rope being the "best admin" (aka glorified secretary) that I can be. It's been 24 years. It's only natural that I'm good at what I do after all this time. However, I think I'm long overdue for a career change, don't you? And to make it seemingly more like a faraway dream, a fairytale just beyond reach, the economy isn't allowing me to make this change. I can tap together my size 9, red-glittered shoes, but it's not happening. And I need this change now! I'm tired of being patient.

Now, before you tell me I can do anything I put my mind to, think again. I need your help. This time I am asking YOU to be the wind beneath *my* wings. I embrace change. I'm ready for it. Craving something new. And for some reason, my resume is just not speaking to my lofty goals, ambitious dreams and the glorious person that I know I can be on the path to my Oz. I am parched.  Thirsty for change, challenge and all things empowering.

I've got what it takes to be an over-achieving Community Relations Specialist, or an exceeds-expectations public relations team member.  (And yes, I realize that this is still in a support role.)  If you know of someone looking for an incredible talent, who is willing to pay for those skills and take a chance on what could be, with a dynamo leader willing to stretch and grow beyond her wildest dreams, please send them my way!

I am closing my eyes and trusting.
I am throwing a fistful of (virtual) glitter in the air!
I always look fear in the face ~ and challenge it head-on.
I don't want to pass the point of no return...


It's my turn.



Glitter in the Air, by P!NK
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2 comments:

  1. Carla GuiomarFebruary 2, 2010 at 8:25 PM

    That's my kind of woman!!! Believe me Julie, nothing stops us when we're driven by such passionate will! Just hold on strong, open your eyes - and your smile! - wide, and grab the chance when it comes! I'm already seeing it happen!
    PS - bilingual post for you in my blog, as a special gift for the inner child within us and all the dreams we will fulfil! :)

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  2. rarejuleFebruary 3, 2010 at 3:27 PM

    So I found something on the printer at work about the Chinese New Year and for me (the Ram) my 2010 says:

    This year, you'll develop personal interests, nurture friendships and experience fresh starts. Those with partners should resist a fling. Consider workplace decisions carefully, as seemingly good opportunity may bring problems, and wait until the second half of the year to take on new challenges. New job opportunities may arise at the end of the year."

    ;)

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