I am starting this journal to hold my self accountable. I hope my title is not misleading...I am saying this is my success story and I am journaling (is that a word??) it.
I ordered Dean's book 6 days ago and I cannot wait for the book to arrive. It is the beginning of new and exciting chapter in my life.
Here is my story...
I am from the beautiful bay area - born and raised in San Jose, CA. I have had big dreams and goals my whole life! My desire for success does not come from greed it comes from the need to help others. I truly believe that is my ultimate purpose on this earth. I graduated with an accounting degree because I wanted stability. I worked in a public accounting firm for almost 3 years and seriously felt like a bird trapped in a cage. I remember looking out the window from my office on the 8th floor thinking "is this life?" I felt like I was paying someone else to raise my daughter and I hated it! Since it was my first job out of college I thought I would try private accounting - not much better =(
I realized that I had so much motivation through out high school and college because I had a goal to focus on. I was determined to get my degree as a single mother. Now I did that, and working and I can't stand it!! I felt lost (still do), empty, and purposeless. It is very frustrating trying to provide the best for your child in a world where having the best is equated with working like a dog and never seeing your family.
So my journey for my purpose in life has lead me to sit for the LSAT, try to sell gourmet coffee, start my own accounting business and now real estate! "Wow, she is all over the map!" you might be saying - but the truth is I am. I am constantly pushing my mind to create new avenues in my life. I know if I keep looking I will find what I am looking for.
When I ordered Dean's book I was sitting on the couch at around 11pm. I had the tv muted and I was starting to slip into a self pity mode. I was getting sad because I am a very hard worker and I feel as though I have nothing to show for it. I am in debt up the ying yang and that feeling of a caged bird was stewing in the bottom of my stomach - is this REALLY life?? That question haunts me! I need something to distract me...ahhh Forensic Files at 11 - that should do it! I unmute the tv and there was Dean. It was like he was speaking right to me. I was so overwhelmed I just started crying. I called to order the book right away then the total came up to $40 - I only had $27 in my account. NO WORRIES - I get paid tomorrow. The next morning, I guess with a clear mind (or maybe a clouded work mind), I was not as motivated about the book (I actually almost forgot about it). Then on my way to work one of the reps called me (very good sales tactic) in a very friendly southern voice she said "Were you interested in Dean's book?" I jumped on it - looking at this as a sign from the man upstairs.
I am starting this journal to hold my self accountable. I hope my title is not misleading...I am saying this is my success story and I am journaling (is that a word??) it.
I ordered Dean's book 6 days ago and I cannot wait for the book to arrive. It is the beginning of new and exciting chapter in my life.
Here is my story...
I am from the beautiful bay area - born and raised in San Jose, CA. I have had big dreams and goals my whole life! My desire for success does not come from greed it comes from the need to help others. I truly believe that is my ultimate purpose on this earth. I graduated with an accounting degree because I wanted stability. I worked in a public accounting firm for almost 3 years and seriously felt like a bird trapped in a cage. I remember looking out the window from my office on the 8th floor thinking "is this life?" I felt like I was paying someone else to raise my daughter and I hated it! Since it was my first job out of college I thought I would try private accounting - not much better =(
I realized that I had so much motivation through out high school and college because I had a goal to focus on. I was determined to get my degree as a single mother. Now I did that, and working and I can't stand it!! I felt lost (still do), empty, and purposeless. It is very frustrating trying to provide the best for your child in a world where having the best is equated with working like a dog and never seeing your family.
So my journey for my purpose in life has lead me to sit for the LSAT, try to sell gourmet coffee, start my own accounting business and now real estate! "Wow, she is all over the map!" you might be saying - but the truth is I am. I am constantly pushing my mind to create new avenues in my life. I know if I keep looking I will find what I am looking for.
When I ordered Dean's book I was sitting on the couch at around 11pm. I had the tv muted and I was starting to slip into a self pity mode. I was getting sad because I am a very hard worker and I feel as though I have nothing to show for it. I am in debt up the ying yang and that feeling of a caged bird was stewing in the bottom of my stomach - is this REALLY life?? That question haunts me! I need something to distract me...ahhh Forensic Files at 11 - that should do it! I unmute the tv and there was Dean. It was like he was speaking right to me. I was so overwhelmed I just started crying. I called to order the book right away then the total came up to $40 - I only had $27 in my account. NO WORRIES - I get paid tomorrow. The next morning, I guess with a clear mind (or maybe a clouded work mind), I was not as motivated about the book (I actually almost forgot about it). Then on my way to work one of the reps called me (very good sales tactic) in a very friendly southern voice she said "Were you interested in Dean's book?" I jumped on it - looking at this as a sign from the man upstairs.
I ordered the book and now my journey begins....
-Latoya
Failing IS NOT an option!!!