As a millennial, I learned very quickly that ambition is the fuel for my career. Without it, I would have no choice other than to settle. I used to think that success was a direct correlation to automatic manifestation. Unfortunately it wasn't and I learned, from flying on airplanes, that everything is a process.
One of the things that is interesting about flying is the activities leading up to take off:
- Board the plane
- Get instructions on what to do in an emergency type situation
- Turn devices to airplane mode
- Dance around the runway
- Takeoff
Theoretically, we all understand that they're things that need to be done before takeoff. A plane can't roll from the gate to the sky without going through the activities listed above. It's a PROCESS!!!
Dear Fellow Millennials,
I get it...you want to be on top and conquer the world TODAY. But you can't! There are some activities that have to be done before you can get to your destination. In addition, views on millennials and ambition are not being received well by others in Corporate America. Which leads to road blocks, frustration and unhappiness in the workplace. Why is that? What are we missing? Here is my take on the matter:
- There is a huge lack of understanding of the other generations. A lot of millennials don't even know the descriptive factors of the other generations. Familiarize yourself with "who they are" so that you know "what you're working with." What are common tendencies with baby-boomers? How do Traditionalists think as it relates to work-life balance? Knowing this information will benefit you greatly when dealing with these individuals.
Ambition is a process--one in which you can't rush, but you can certainly be prepared if and when the right opportunity presents itself.