Making the Opportunity

What opportunity have you been waiting for?

Fitness has taught me that movement creates momentum. I’ve seen that same thing happen in my career and in my personal life. Sometimes the move is as simple as sending an email, asking for feedback, or showing up one more time. You may have no idea where it will lead. I know I didn’t when I sent some of the emails that changed what came next for me.

The four moves

• Stay Close. Get closer to the work you want to do and the people you can learn from. Sometimes that starts with offering to help.

• Knock First. Send the email. Make the ask. Follow up on the conversation you’ve been thinking about.

• Build Trust. Show up, follow through, and invest in relationships before you need to ask for anything.

• Open Doors. Think about who could benefit from a connection you have. Make the introduction, recommend them, or invite them into the room.

Take the 7-Day Challenge

One opportunity. One move. One action within seven days.

Pick one opportunity you want to create or pursue. Choose the move that makes sense for you, write down one specific action you can take this week, and give yourself a deadline.

Drop your name and email below, and I’ll send you the free worksheet. It takes just a few minutes to fill out, and you’ll leave with a next move you can put on your calendar.