Day 10- Training

Day 10 of Summer---

I know this one is late, but I'm just going to go with it.

For about 10 hours today, I sat in various classrooms, learning information of varying importance about my new job. At first, I was so, so excited. I was the only one to bring a clipboard. Hell, I was the only one to bring paper.

                     Because clipboards make you studious, right? And training is like school, right?

I've decided not to include specific information about my job in this blog, but I can wax poetic about learning new things about new experiences. And what I found was that, while I could pride myself on being prepared, writing everything down was not necessarily the smartest thing. For specific numbers, temperatures, and rules, I found the paper incredibly helpful. But for a lot more of it, it really was better to just sit and soak it all in. Like a sponge.

I realized that I was somewhat hiding behind my clipboard. I was retreating into my stereotypical self, the one that I formerly aspired to. This individual was always incredibly prepared, no-nonsense, and prided herself on being the best, without really even acknowledging those around her.

I realized this about 10 minutes in. And then, I put down the paper. I listened. I introduced myself to my colleagues during the break. And I chatted about life and where I was from and where I was working. And while I may not remember every detail of every aspect of my job, I really enjoyed the time I spent there that day. And I have yet to be in a jeopardizing position because of it.

So, the next time you feel yourself becoming too comfortable when you're supposed to be taking a leap, or turning over a leaf, put down the clipboard.