Work Does Matter

Those three words, “I touched someone”, are golden to me and have more meaning in my work than anything else. Like most people, I work because I have a family to support and bills that need to be paid. Sure, I seek professional growth as well as financial security as much as the next person, but what I need is the personal gratification I get from making a positive difference in someone else’s life. I recently asked many former colleagues who worked with me as well as folks that have reported to me directly, how did I make a difference in your life. I asked them to tell me the stories they remembered about our interactions and the impact I had on them. The responses I recieved back covered a spectrum of mild to profound impact …but what was common in all is that I had touched someone in a memorable and meaningful way. I guess we all have certain needs we seek to have satisfied in our personal and professional lives. I would love to know what yours are.