February has been a busy month for me. Someone asked me the other day how I do it and I am not entirely sure.
But what I do know is something I learned from my dad…Opportunity doesn’t just happen. You have to make it happen.
You CAN take nothing and turn it into something. The only thing holding you back is YOU.
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I watched my dad spend his entire life building what I can now see was his vision. He knew, in his mind, what he wanted to achieve and he was doing it. He was in his element making decisions that led to new opportunities and battling through when things didn’t quite pan out.
So I guess it’s only right in this month where I’m thinking so much about him (2 year anniversary of his death) that I find myself with a clearer understanding of what it is I want and a drive to get it. For once in my life I have a vision. I have a plan. It’s lofty and I would be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous that it might not happen but I’m not scared enough to run away.
Right now opportunities aren’t just presenting themselves to me. I’m making them happen and I’m cautiously optimistic. I’ve done what I can do and now I’m waiting and if things don’t go my way this time around, I’ll regroup and try something new.
So my questions for you are:
When opportunity presents itself do you take it?
How do you create opportunity?
What is it that you want and how can you make it happen?
That is such a wonderful post. Your dad was very wise, and you are lucky he was able to show you such great morals on life. I think you are totally right, people expect opportunities to fall into their lap, but you create your own opportunities and put yourself in a position where they can happen! Go for it! You can do or be anything!
dad’s are great at teaching us the big things in life, right? we don’t need to hold ourselves back, yes. No more!
Sounds like your dad passed down the important lessons in life. This is a simple yet inspiring post. I certainly take opportunities when they present themselves (recently took on a new daunting yet thrilling work challenge, even though I was terrified!), but I’m not sure that I’m creating my own opportunities. Thanks for the thoughts.
Good luck in your endeavors! Keep building your vision into reality!
Great post, I while heartedly agree. Sometimes we use external factors as an excuse, but only we control our effort, passion and drive.
Best of luck!
Sounds like you had an amazing daddy! I totally agree with this! My dad taught me to be a go getter too!
Setting goals, making plans, asking for what you want, stepping out of your comfort zone – that helps opportunity knock!
Katie you are absolutely right. In a world where so many people get handed everything realizing you have to work hard for what you want is so refreshing. I cringe every time I even hear of someone thinking they just deserve something for nothing. It is mind boggling to me. I hope the very best for you and everything you are doing. My Dad passed away 11 years ago and I always think of him and how hard he worked for what he wanted. That feeling can never be taken away from you!
Good for you. And so right–sitting around waiting for it will get us no where. I just seized on a really great social media opportunity by going the extra mile. Had I not done that, not so sure the job would have been mine!
Such a good reminder! I do take the opportunity if it is presented- what I need to work on more is being more proactive to find and create new opportunities.
def gotta go for your dreams – not gonna happen any other way!
Yes– hard work pays off!! I am in the process of re-designing my dreams—this year is one of recovery and restoration so I will get back to on that vision.
I love this. I love that the memory of your Dad is part of the thrust behind your drive to make your dreams and vision come true. Congrats on the new opportunities coming your way and keep on pushing!
I completely agree! I am starting to try to grab opportunities that present themselves and have confidence in myself. I absolutely think that opportunity can be created… especially if you are passionate about something. It’s contagious! Others will see that and be willing to give you opportunities or listen when you make a suggestion.