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Just in case you think you can't change your life...

Laura14 — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:20:45 GMT

Or that manners, professionalism, and kindness won't get you very far in life, read on.

Some of you may know that I have been on a path to become a certified pharmacy technician. It was all online (self-taught) and then I had the opportunity to do an externship with a local retail pharmacy which I am currently finishing up.

I have 4 (count them) 4 weeks of practical experience in the field and the district manager offered me a senior tech position today including teaching responsibilities because he's heard such good things about me and the job I've done in one month.

And before some of you start, this is not a pat on the back post although I am very proud of myself as anyone would be. I am actually turning this job down because it's for an area that is just too far for me to travel. But I was asked and deemed worthy enough to invest in by this employer even though I am a baby in the craft.

My point is that if you ever think you are too old, you're not worth it, you can't do it, or that other people won't take notice of a good old fashioned showing up on time, putting your head down, learning your stuff, grinding through your mistakes and carrying on in a polite, professional manner, you can do it.

There are employers and others who will take notice and reward your efforts even when others around you who have known you for years don't. I am still jobless in my new career but I have other opportunity and, more importantly, good references.

Consider this a follow up to my New Year's post. If you are unhappy, need to make a change, or scared about trying something new from a career change to health goals to finding a new way to spend your time, please do it. It feels so good to have someone say "Wow, great job!"

We say it all the time to kids. As adults we don't get it much. So I am passing mine along to all of you. Go do a great job (whatever that may be for you) and report back. I'd love to hear about it.

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Teddie — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:24:49 GMT

Way to go, @Laura14 !

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Love my grandkids — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:25:51 GMT

@Laura14 Kudos to you. I really enjoyed your post.

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cherry — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:27:50 GMT

Best of luck

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makena — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:28:11 GMT

it happens ... but not for everyone.

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sidsmom — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:30:43 GMT

No Excuses! You did it!

Congratulations on reaching the goal you made for yourself!

I think 2018 is...”The Year of @Laura14!!”

🌼💛🌼

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Lilysmom — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:37:26 GMT

@Laura14, well done! I hope you get a fantastic job in easy travelling distance soon. Your family must be so proud. You are a believer in you and I think that is phenomenal...go girl! LM

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phoenixbrd — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:38:26 GMT

@Laura14 Just the best post and I'm so proud of your accomplishments!

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Still keeper of the koi — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:42:34 GMT

@Laura14,life calls us no matter what or when!Sending you hugs ,MaryAnne

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blackhole99 — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:44:17 GMT

@Laura14I'm so happy to hear you made out with your new endeavor. People think you need to go to college to be successful , but not all can or want to invest 4 years. The idea that you were able to take an online course like that, in a field that is very serious and not easy, tells me you are a self starter. When you do get a job, I bet you will be invaluable in catching mistakes, the pharmacists will love and respect you for that.

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NicksmomESQ — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:47:14 GMT

That’s truly wonderful for you.Thank you for sharing your inspirational story!!

Unfortunately,some folks aren’t as lucky.I know a few who just can’t catch a break no matter what.Some get lucky & their efforts are rewarded & some don’t.

I do believe that we should always follow our dreams.Because we never know when one may come true!!

Congrats again 💐!!

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Laura14 — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:50:23 GMT

Wow thanks all!

Please feel free to share your successes too. I really would love to know and I am sure I am in great company.

We just hear too much of the bad news and not enough of the good. It still can be done in today's world to make a success of yourself or just be nice and make someone's day no matter how small the victory with just the good manners, ethics, and professionalism we were all taught as kids.

I called my mom to tell her what a good job she did since this was obviously integrity and discipline instilled in me over my current skill and I made her day.

Please go make someone else's day today or just make your own if you haven't already. Consider me your first cheerleader if you need one and have fun!

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deepwaterdotter — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 21:54:24 GMT

Were you able to leave your full-time employer where you felt you were unappreciated?

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Gsmom — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 22:08:58 GMT

Amazing ! Thank you for sharing ! Congratulations!

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Bri36 — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 22:25:02 GMT

Congratulations!

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Drythe — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 22:28:18 GMT

@Laura14

Congratulations! And Best Wishes!

YOU DID IT !!!

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Laura14 — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 22:46:54 GMT

@deepwaterdotter wrote:
Were you able to leave your full-time employer where you felt you were unappreciated?

@deepwaterdotter Not yet. You know I have actually been leaving work for the morning hours to get my hours in at the pharmacy and no one has said a thing? Amazing how they don't even notice when a "valued" employee isn't at work.

I about cried when I got the offer today. It's been so long since someone has told me how impressive I am as an employee. Proof to never let someone else's opinion of you change the one you already know about yourself.

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Beth-QVC — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 23:05:45 GMT

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Oznell — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 23:34:44 GMT

Kudos, @Laura14. Radiating encouragement to others is a great thing to do!

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beach-mom — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 23:46:37 GMT

What an inspiring story you shared with us! If you are a person who sees the glass as half-full, and you have hope, amazing things can happen. If you believe in yourself and work hard, you get the rewards.

Congratulations!