Opportunities await us at all times, and in unexpected places. It pays to keep one’s eyes open, and seek a niche, bringing significant value to a role. However, I am very selective about any role that I take on – it needs to utilize my skills and capabilities effectively, meet my expectations on aspirations, and provide adequate rewards for the value I generate. I understand the role that each of these play, see this post for more information.
I could talk endlessly about the various products and technologies I excel at, and domains that I have mastered. This does not count for much in the long run – products and technologies rise and fall; domains shift over time. The greater skill is the ability to learn, adapt to changing landscapes, and be relentless in pursuit of the goal.
No person works as an island, and everyone is a part of a team. Whether you are a team member, or the leader, you both lead and follow depending upon the context. You invest in and support the team, and the team does the same in return. Understanding, accepting, and turbocharging this symbiotic relationship results in a high-performance team that will consistently deliver in adverse circumstances.
Imagine. Define. Deliver.
Imagine what could be possible, in the most audacious scenario. Define how this could be achieved with resources available now; plan to address the most outlandish of scenarios. Deliver on the promised goal, on time and under budget, in spite of all obstacles – expected or unexpected.
Results are the only things that matter; efforts, not so much and excuses, never.
A trusted team, an audacious goal, and the open road constitute my next great opportunity.