Growth and Development (not the awkward kind)

In terms of my career, I have goals of where I see myself in the next few years.  But I can't get there unless I push myself out of my comfort zone.  Its hard.  I would sometimes rather sit and stay.  But how will I reach my goals?  Slowly but surely I've stretched my safety net, signing myself up for this and that, putting myself out there, and doing everything I can to expand and grow in my field.  

I was asked a few months back to be a part of a mentor program through the state's museum association.  I was excited to have the opportunity to have a mentor and build my network.  But as the conversation continued, I realized they were asking me to be a mentor in the program.  I couldn't believe it!  I was so very honored to have the opportunity to share what I've learned with others, especially when I realized many of the mentors chosen have been in the field for over 20 years.  And while I am still growing a lot each day and making mistakes, I have loved this chance to connect with others and help them build good foundations in collections care.

Today a workshop was held for the program and I was asked to present on the topic of collections care.  While I have generally gotten used to presentations, having the opportunity to speak at several conferences over the years and not to mention all of the daily meetings, I still get very very nervous and always have doubt in my mind that maybe they made a mistake asking me to present.  

Will this every change?  I'm not sure.  But I continue to push myself in these opportunities, to grow in my field so I can reach my goals.  At 12 years old I knew this was the path I would take and I am excited to see how far I've come.

a new skirt for work