Thursday, October 18, 2007

Opportunity Journal #16: Reading is Fundamental

During yesterday's math class I realized how dedicated and disciplined I was because in the beginning, I taught myself integration by reading and outlining chapter 5 to arrive at this point. That was remarkable because it is a testament to the importance of literacy. Reading is truly fundamental.

This three-day weekend I will apply this skill to ensure that I secure the promotion. When I inquire about why the divisional information is not the agency's Intranet, the branch chief has given me the binder holding with all of the confidential information! Now that's what I call insider information. My ability to read and comprehend this manual all but ensures my promotion.

During lunch I devised a timeline to gauge when I should receive notification of my first economist interview. Since my interview is Monday, October 22, 2007, Sharon should have an answer by Monday, November 5th. My second interview is Wednesday, October 24, 2007, and I should receive an answer by Wednesday, November 7th. During this process, I will still continue monitoring my data sources, revising my flowcharts, work on my Aspiring Leaders Development Program application because regardless of what transpires, I can control my performance.

This is mine and no one will ever claim it!

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