It’s natural to wonder if you made the right decision.
If the jump was worth it. If betting on yourself was really the right thing to do. If your gut instinct of the most out-of-the-box move that everyone else thought was nuts, was really the right thing for you.
I’m officially 2 months into my new position and 1 week as a Canadian, and the confirmations that continue to show face reinforce everything I thought and hoped this move would be.
Every organization comes with its challenges and trying to navigate that long-distance definitely has its share of curveballs but man is it a great feeling knowing you are affiliated with an organization that values EVERYONE. One that believes in building and the power of working hard AS A TEAM. One that doesn’t just preach diversity but puts its MONEY, times, and resources, behind those statements. At this point in my career, I’ve been affiliated with nearly ten organizations and there have only been two places where I felt this level of welcomeness. Coincidentally, those are my two favorite places I’ve ever worked and where my most favorite boss STILL works. Feelings of belonging and value are top priorities for me and because I subscribe to the school of work-family integration, the need for a family atmosphere AND for my actual family to be a part of the organization is an ABSOLUTE must.
As an aside, every thought I had about basketball players has been negated. I love my team. My team of guys AND my working team. My work team gives me BGM vibes I never knew I needed and I’m beyond grateful for that.
But speaking of family, the confirmation also lies in the family sphere. What we are taking on is challenging to say the least. But if you know me you know I’m the type to purse my lips and stare a challenge straight up head to head. Like Lil’ Jon says, I ain’t never scared.
Did I have some apprehension? Yes.
But one thing about me is that I’ll always build a support system. This go-round I’m doing something out of the ordinary and bringing my system but best believe I know that organic support is waiting in the wanes. Like Luvvie Ajayi says, Let my help find me. That’s a prayer I’ve prayed and I firmly believe that everything will be just as it should.
Navigating two countries. With two traveling positions. A couple of kids. Lots of late working weeknights.
It’s nothing to a boss, right?
I asked God to continue to show himself through this process and conversation after conversation continues to show me that his covering of grace and mercy is omnipotent.
When you know you know, and this feeling is mighty familiar.
LCJ.