There's an expression that goes "90% of life is just showing up". There's another that goes "you make your own luck". I don't know if I believe either one, but I will say that being responsible and consistent seems to work for me. By being at work daily, keeping in touch, being responsible and such consistently, I find I am available to be contacted by someone who may need me for my talents or training. I also try not to burn bridges, but to take the high road. It never hurts to say goodbye with a smile, even if you don't like the person. That doesn't mean that you should permit someone to take advantage. It's just as important to stand up for yourself, but to pick your fights.
Last week I was contacted by a recruiter who calls me from time to time. This time he had a wonderful opportunity. More money than I thought I could earn. More Importantly, it is for a challenging job where I could use my best talents. My resume is a job description for the position they have. And, it's for a huge corporation. This is a rare opportunity.
Change is difficult. It is also scary. It took several days of speaking with friends and family to make a decision to leave my current job. It was nice of them to offer me an opportunity to return anytime. When I was younger and dumber, some of the jobs I left were so happy I quit, that it saved them from having to fire me. The difference from today is consistency. That, and a bit of maturity.
Speaking with my wife was helpful in other ways. Valuing her opinion and listening to what she had to say made me feel like we were a team. I haven't felt like this in a long time. She felt connected to me again which is also good. I even involved the kids in the decision. Risky, but it is nice that it is a unanimous decision.
So, I am off to a high profile position with mucho responsibility. Also at the edges of my ability (I think). I am pretty quick to pick things up, so even if it is a bit beyond, I think I can learn what I need.
Things are good, but I am nervous. I think that means I am normal. At least in this regard. Big difference in attitude from my last post. Thanks to everyone for their feedback.