Are Your Nevers Your Opportunities?

What are some personal or professional "nevers" you have encountered, and how did you overcome them?The "nevers" became my opportunities once I chose to consider them.Why do we say "never" first?Youth and inexperienceLack of confidenceEasy is easierNo guidanceFear is paralyzingMy "nevers" included: Never - going to use my accounting degree Never - going to be a CPA Never - going to be the employer, content with being an employee Never - going to mergeMy "never" became "Maybe, OK, Probably" and finally "Yes" due to influencers and facing my challenges.What are your challenges? Do you value who you are - no one will ever value you as much as YOU Are you leveraging your uniqueness? Are you paralyzed by fear? When and how you do say NO - that is not a never!"Nevers" just may be your opportunities.  Be more aware of the people in your life. Ask more questions versus acceptance.  No one will value you more than you. Paralyzed by fear, you will miss your moment.  Leverage your uniqueness, it is your journey.Inspiring TakeawaysBe Open to Change:I highlights the importance of being open to opportunities, even when they come in forms you initially resisted.Influence of Mentors:I mention several mentors who played an essential role in guiding her path, emphasizing the value of positive influencers.Value Self-Assessment:I speak about the importance of valuing oneself and recognizing your unique abilities. I stress that self-awareness can help guide your career journey.Overcome Fear:I discuss the paralyzing effect of fear and the importance of overcoming it to seize opportunities.Accept and Adapt:I adapted from saying "never" to "maybe," "probably," and eventually "yes," turning these adaptabilities into significant career opportunities.Forward our podcast along to other Inspiring Women in your life.This is THE podcast that advances women toward economic, social, and political achievement. Hosted by Betty Collins, CPA, and Director at Brady Ware and Company. Betty also serves as the Committee Chair for Empowering Women, and Director of the Brady Ware Women’s Initiative. Each episode is presented by Brady Ware and Company, committed to empowering women to go their distance in the workplace and at home.For more information, Brady Ware and Company.Remember to follow this podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.  And forward our podcast along to other Inspiring Women in your life.Brady Ware and Company Listen to Inspiring Women with Betty Collins