Career Day

http://www.echsonline.org/

How blessed am I that I get the opportunity to go and speak to these amazing kids and have actually listen to me. I'm first taken back by how much these kids already know about the environment and how focused their education is. Next, I'm just excited to see kids passionate and motivated for the same things I only knew about 3 years ago. I was moved by the teachers. They are our greatest resource in this world. If I wasn't so passionate about business I would love to teach kids.

I'm glad I got to share my experiences with them and make a few points. These were the points I wanted them to know:

1 - I started out in Information Systems and now I'm a consultant working primarily with green businesses doing business development. How the hell did I get there? Life is going to drift you away from point B when you start out and you end up doing things you've never imagined. Be flexible, accept the obstacles and challenges and always be growing.

2 - Education is so important. But don't limit yourself to a bachelors. Aim higher and always be learning. You can create opportunities for yourself and in then create opportunities for others.

3 - My success comes from the success of my clients. My success is because somebody gave me a chance to shine. Make sure you help the next generation and never think you made it on your own.

4 - I haven't met anyone successful that doesn't have a positive mindset.

5 - The world is yours if you want it. Explore, ask questions, create, be a leader.