Putting My Own Oxygen Mask On First
ByOne of my professional goals for 2009 is to “put my own oxygen mask on first.” As practical and easy as that may sound, client projects and tasks are usually more pressing (or exciting)…and they pay better than my own do. Or do they?
As an entrepreneur, if I’m losing leads or opportunities because I’m not regularly updating my blog or developing and promoting new products and services for my own business, I’m robbing myself. I’m cutting off the very oxygen I require to stay alive and fresh as a business owner.
As an administrative professional, if I’m not reading good materials, keeping up on the latest technology and office trends, and pursuing my own professional development plan, I’m also cutting off the oxygen supply required to keep me sharp and vital to the team I’m supporting.
When you fly, they always tell you to put on your own oxygen mask first because you can’t help others around you if you start to pass out from a lack of oxygen. And this happens much more quickly than you realize it will! The same applies to our personal and professional lives. Don’t let a lack of oxygen cut off your future growth and development. What are YOU going to do TODAY to put YOUR own oxygen mask on first?
To your administrative success,
Julie Perrine CPS/CAP
Certified Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Administrator
http://www.julieperrine.com/
