| My very first day in corporate America! Reputable company? Check! Swanky building? Check! Nervous? Check! My first day on the job was a mixture of excitement, nervousness, frustration (why the heck did it take so long to happen?), and anticipation on whats to come. My "start group" was a mixture of older and younger. Some coming back to the company after some years away and some just graduating college. Me? I fit somewhere in between those two extremes. Day one was filled with lots of first day what nots - introductions, core values, history, benefits, etc. They fed us breakfast and lunch (yummy!). We recieved our laptops today and we toured the facility. I ran into two UGAers one was facilitating the orientation, and the other was in my start group. I was starting to believe they lied to me in college with the old "youre going to run into tons of UGA grads throughout your career." Two and counting...lol. I look forward to whats ahead and I will keep you posted every step of the way. Goodnight all! A.Y.T. |
Monday, September 24, 2007
Day One
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Adios BOA!
September 11th, 2007...Ironically, the day I have been waiting for since 1/3/06...my last day working for Bank of America. Wish I could say I was sad, wish I could say I shed a tear, wish I could say that I will look back nostalgically...
But I wont. No looking back, only forward. No regrets, only new expectations and goals.
On a day to day basis, life as a teller wasnt challenging at all. At times I found myself doing multiple activities at once to prevent myself from going completely crazy. Nevertheless, I learned so much about people (heck, I came across 250-300 almost daily!). I learned that everything isnt always as it appears and what may be true on the surface may not be the truth to the core. I learned that everyone who wants to be your friend doesnt necessarily want to be your friend. I learned that a little hug goes a long way. I learned patience and humbleness. And the most important lesson that I ever learned in the year, 8 mo., 8 days, 1 hour and 33 minutes I was there was taught in the bathroom at Bank of America. I learned to let go. For the very first time, I completely, absolutely and wholeheartedly let go of all my worries and let God handle it. At that moment I felt more in control than I ever had.
So you see, while im happy to finally be out of that dead-end situation, I appreciate each and every lesson learned and each and every person who taught me the lesson. So to all my readers, if you're holding on to something you just cant solve, let it go. Give it to someone who is more equipped with handling your situation...you know who i'm talking about!
Adios BOA, its been real...now gimme my last check!
XOXO,
Akuba
But I wont. No looking back, only forward. No regrets, only new expectations and goals.
On a day to day basis, life as a teller wasnt challenging at all. At times I found myself doing multiple activities at once to prevent myself from going completely crazy. Nevertheless, I learned so much about people (heck, I came across 250-300 almost daily!). I learned that everything isnt always as it appears and what may be true on the surface may not be the truth to the core. I learned that everyone who wants to be your friend doesnt necessarily want to be your friend. I learned that a little hug goes a long way. I learned patience and humbleness. And the most important lesson that I ever learned in the year, 8 mo., 8 days, 1 hour and 33 minutes I was there was taught in the bathroom at Bank of America. I learned to let go. For the very first time, I completely, absolutely and wholeheartedly let go of all my worries and let God handle it. At that moment I felt more in control than I ever had.
So you see, while im happy to finally be out of that dead-end situation, I appreciate each and every lesson learned and each and every person who taught me the lesson. So to all my readers, if you're holding on to something you just cant solve, let it go. Give it to someone who is more equipped with handling your situation...you know who i'm talking about!
Adios BOA, its been real...now gimme my last check!
XOXO,
Akuba
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
And the countdown begins!
Chances are if you're reading this, you already know me. With that being said, I will skip right to the good stuff. As you all know (or now know) I was offered a position with a reputable consulting firm in Virginia. I was supposed to begin Oct. 8th, but found out today that has been moved up to Sept. 24th leaving me with 11 days to pack up and tie up any loose ends before leaving. Its been a long time coming and while this is everything i've hoped for for the past two years, its not without its sacrifices. In order to make this move, I have to leave my family here when they need me the most, leave my one-man cheer leader/friend/lover/supporter here in the A, press the pause button on obtaining my Masters, leave my organization (www.kopeinc.org) without a PR rep, among a host of other things (friends, extended family, etc.). Honestly, its really bittersweet. I welcome the challenge, the change of pace, the salary, etc., yet I leave so much behind. To my support group and prayer posse (you know who you are) thank you and I love you.
Who knows what the future will hold. Sometimes you have to step out on faith...i'm stepping out! On the other hand, I will be in a new city with untapped malls and a boat load of tourism to perform. This will be my very own "Sex in the City" (w/o the sex of course...well unless you-know-who-comes to visit...lol).
This blog will be your opportunity to follow me as I grow professionally, personally, and spiritually. Feel free to engage yourself, give advice, or even criticism...I can take it. Watch out! When D.C. meets Riverdale, heaven only knows what will happen! Pray for your girl!
XOXO,
Akuba
Who knows what the future will hold. Sometimes you have to step out on faith...i'm stepping out! On the other hand, I will be in a new city with untapped malls and a boat load of tourism to perform. This will be my very own "Sex in the City" (w/o the sex of course...well unless you-know-who-comes to visit...lol).
This blog will be your opportunity to follow me as I grow professionally, personally, and spiritually. Feel free to engage yourself, give advice, or even criticism...I can take it. Watch out! When D.C. meets Riverdale, heaven only knows what will happen! Pray for your girl!
XOXO,
Akuba
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