Can’t Stop the Ceiling

9 Nov

I love you because you are LGBTQ, Muslim, Black, Latino, Asian, Native American, White, Orange, an Immigrant, Female, a Republican, a Democrat, and a friend. Even though I am sad, distraught and confused today, I respect America’s decision. When the fear and disappointment lesson I will carry on my wonderful life with love and hope, beyond the noise. I will ask my friend who is Hispanic, married and the lesbian daughter of a Muslim Egyptian/American citizen not to be afraid because as my sister reminded me today, “We will be ok; remember who you are and remember you are loved.”

No matter what tomorrow brings, we have yesterday to point to. It was the day I cast my vote for a smart, dedicated and strong woman. Thank you for breaking the ceiling for this powerful country and for a once little girl who will never again hide from ambition.

“This loss hurts. But please never stop believing that fighting for what’s right is worth it. … To all the women, and especially the young women, who put their faith in this campaign and in me, I want you to know that nothing has made me prouder than to be your champion.” – Hillary R. Clinton

 

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ALPHAS

7 Jan

Some of my favorite Alphas

Some of my favorite Alphas

The 10 Things Alphas Do To Separate Themselves From The Pack
10. They are open to advice but influenced by none.
9. They know their strengths and put themselves in situations to excel.
8. They know how to exploit an opportunity when it presents itself to them.
7. They refuse to let up.
6. They are courageous and know that taking calculated risks is a crucial part of life.
5. They have an innate ability to make their presence felt anywhere they go.
4. They know that no matter what their vices are, their work needs to be completed at all costs.
3. They understand the importance of living a healthy lifestyle in order to keep in shape and be productive.
2. They know the importance of curbing their emotions, especially when it comes to matters of business.
1. They know they must constantly work at high levels of performance because people are always looking to upstage them.

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Consistently in 2013

31 Dec

HNYOn New Year’s eve this year, I’d rather not put a big gold star on 2013 and praise its glory.  Truth is, this year has been mediocre if not dull compared to some years prior.  And if you can guess, I still put this year in the win column.  It’s kinda like Nick Swisher, who incidentally made a big move in 2013 by leaving the Yankees.  There’s a saying in sports, “The boring players win championships.”  Consistency is the hallmark of good major leaguers and the same can be said for my life.  For every home run, there have to be some bunts, walks and even some strike outs.  Like Swisher, I made some big moves in 2013 including moving apartments and changing jobs.  The Earth changing element of those moves is the change itself.

They say that if you do something consistently for three weeks, it becomes a habit.  Sometimes it’s refreshing to break good habits and replace them with new ones.  And that is what defined my 2013, consistent change.  I leave “First and Ninth” and this year with the same note I left my colleagues when I left earlier this year.

On one hand, it seems like any other Friday, whose arrival brings with it a certain amount of relief, knowledge that the solace of the weekend is just a few more ticks of the clock away. But this Friday is different from the Friday before it, and will certainly be different from the next Friday to come.  Today is my last day.

There’s a certain bittersweetness to it.  Walking away from a place where you have spent a good chuck of time for the past 4.5 years is an unsurprisingly multifaceted emotional thing. I am so sad to leave colleagues that have become fast friends and I  can’t thank some of you enough for making my time here more productive and enjoyable.  I found a family in the Specialty Finance Group and a true camaraderie with members of the Marketing Department, past and present.

It’s truly been something special and I take many fond memories of the firm with me. I’ve also taken with me 4 computers, 3 fax machines, 12 toner cartridges, most of the phones on our floor, a suitcase full of staplers and a box of white-out from Steve’s office.   (to make sure you really miss me)

All the best,

Sandra

To 2013, thank you for a good life and for the opportunity of a better one. -S

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