So you say I’m a Dreamer…
Little did I know by accepting this new job, I would step back into the identity of a Dreamer and reignite the dreamer that once was so active in me as a little girl.
During my interview process at Common Thread Collective, I consistently was met with amazing people and conversation, reiterating the feeling of “woah, I’m pretty sure this is my work tribe!” This is a feeling reinforced and felt, as much today as it was on the first day I stepping into the building for my interview.
I remember the day I received the call from my now boss and when she extended the offer and invited me to join Common Thread Collective as the new HR Manager. To say I was thrilled was an absolute understatement and the cheers of excitement were felt on the other end of the phone.
What was next would be my first official three days at the annual retreat, Vision Quest 2020 in Lake Arrowhead, where the only thing I knew for sure was I would be rooming with my boss and another team mate I met during my interview process. I was told to pack for cold weather, to bring a sleeping bag and pillow, to be prepared for anything, and oh yeah…come prepared (costume and props encouraged) for the Dress As Your Dream Self in 5 Years party!
Needless to say, I began to prepare for packing (once a Girl Scout, always a Girl Scout) and to figure out in less than a week what my dream self would be in 5 Years, let alone how could I fit the costume and props in my suitcase along with cold gear!
I started to think about the person I envisioned being in that time, what would I be doing, and how I would be giving back. I had no idea what would start as a simple activity and exercise for Vision Quest 2020 and my “second” day at work, would continue to spark into a dream of how I can lean more into myself, my voice, and encouraging others.
The person I envision was someone who used their experience, voice, and story to help impact others. To encourage and empower others to lean into being their truest authentic selves. To feel seen and heard. This would then lead to beginning a podcast entitled “Girl, It’s Time” and ultimately after that stepping more into public speaking at conferences and events.
The idea and concept of Girl, It’s Time really came to be from what has become my own journey of personal development. One of fighting self-doubt, second-guessing, imposter syndrome, and shall I dare say it…perfectionism and people pleasing. Knowing the impact this journey has made for me already, I thought perhaps this would speak to someone else and perhaps we could have some really great discussions and ultimately support for one another if we brought these topics out of the shadows and into the light.
