I went into 2019 with confidence; I was going to show up exuding energy, courage and determination. I named Moxie to be the the guiding word for 2019.
So when an opportunity for a promotion came up at work I felt I was ready to throw my hat in the ring.
Something that you should know about me is that I love my job. I work for a major toy retailer who in the last year has undergone some major transitions. No one was happier than I was that my company made it through the dark time. On a fundamental level I believe in the power of play. I felt ready to take on a management role.
I’m a flip to the end of the book and peek at my presents kind of girl. Waiting makes me uncomfortable. So you could imagine my discomfort as I waited almost three months to have feedback from the two interviews I had for the position. I began to question the energy and enthusiasm I had when I applied. By the time I got a follow up interview with HR, I knew that this wasn’t going to be my story.
They say to be thankful for closed doors, roadblocks and detours because they protect you from paths and places not meant for you.
I agree with that. But what I wonder is did I close the door and put up the roadblock or did they?
Also, if this isn’t my door, what new project or goal will be? That opportunity wasn’t mine. If this is how my year of moxie is beginning I am curious to see where it will guide me.
How ironic is it that As I think about open doors this week that I refreshed my own? With a some simple supplies from the dollar store I gave my door a new spring look.
Midlife Moxie 