A few weeks ago – I was sitting in my office at the Lethbridge College on a Friday morning. A coworker emailed and asked if I was going to the presentation. I replied – “what presentation?’
“Oh the one in…(room)…it’s something motivating” I had NO idea about this opportunity. I looked at my clock, it was in 7 minutes! Since I’m flexible and up for a little break – I concluded I could finish a project later.
I went to the theater with completely no knowledge of who was speaking and what about. I walked in and on the desks sat a workbook.
I still hadn’t clued in by the authors name. I looked around and could see the speaker sitting down in the front row, waiting to be introduced.
Then the speaker was introduced – Dr. Joseph Michelli, PhD, author of the book The Starbucks Experience.
Oh WOW – how cool! I read his book while on vacation last December.
Joseph’s speech was fabulous. HOW he gave his presentation resonated with me even more – as I was only 7 days away from launching my own speaking career! I was a sponge – observing how he interacted with the audience, varied his voice, asked questions, presented himself, etc.
I was a real dork – the only one at our presentation – that wanted a photo with Dr. Michelli.
(Side note – Is it just me or do I look really gifted in this photo! he he…good shirt I suppose.)
When you least expect it – opportunities present themselves! It’s about the people and experiences in our life that shape us – not the material things! I didn’t have to attend this presentation, change my plan for the morning, however – I am blessed that I got to learn. When you stop learning, you stop living.
I suggest you keep your eyes and ears open to chances to personally grow. You never know what’s going on in your network or community.
One of my personal success principles, is taking advantage of personal growth opportunities.