Today was one of the best days at work I've ever had. I've been working hard since my return from Christmas break to challenge myself at work whether that meant learning new systems, taking on extra work or even learning another role. Today, I got some recognition and it feels amazing.
For the past few weeks, I've felt anxious about things that I volunteered for. I've done multiple presentations and reporting to senior stakeholders. Not part of my usual day job, but I took on these tasks for the experience and to see how I'd do. Dave could tell these tasks were heavy on my mind because during the night I would sleep talk like I was in the office presenting.
It's finally paid off with the recognition I've received from various managers. Not only are they happy with my work, but are asking my help with other special projects.
It's interesting how life works. I started the 30 Day Shred at the start of February. It's made me much more disciplined with not only my eating habits and workouts but really my life. Because I have such a controlled schedule, I really have to make it work at work.
"Make it work" is one of my favourite sayings. It comes from Tim Gunn - the fashion mentor on one of my all time favourite reality TV shows Project Runway.
Anytime the designers have a mental block, running behind or have a problem, he says, "Make it work" to get through it. I giggle just thinking about the saying's origin, but it's a mantra I live by. No one else is going to do it for you. You have to make it work.
Speaking of making it work...
I didn't do my workout for the day, but did attend a soccer training. It wasn't with my usual team, but I wanted to see what else is out there. Just like work, I'm trying new things and seeing how it goes. I didn't like the commute and we didn't get to actually play a game so I can't judge the team yet. It was refreshing to meet new girls, new coaches and be the new girl. No one knows me, but what's great is I get to shape their impression. At work, I'm taking on new challenges. I'm putting myself out there and it's a little uncomfortable, but exciting too because I get to shape the impression that I make.
What I didn't make...was my workout. I was on such a high when I got home that I had to tell Dave my story. By the time I finally calmed down and ate dinner, it was too late to workout. I'm going to do it in the morning and if I wake up too late, I'll do it at lunch. It's happening because if I let my workouts go by too long, it'll be tough to catch up. Gotta make it work.
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