Trust me, you're not alone. I had that experience in 2015... blew up my business... "left" my industry and never looked back. Even the most unshakeable visionaries have moments when the weight of our ambitions feels more like a mountain on our shoulders than wings on our backs.
It's in these raw, unfiltered moments of vulnerability that our true strength as evolutionary busienss owners is tested. It's not about never facing doubts or fears; it's about what we do when they stare us in the face, daring us to retreat to the comfort zone of mediocrity.
Here's the deal: Every monumental quest is peppered with days that test our resolve. The path of innovation isn't a straight line; it's a wild, unpredictable ride, full of highs that take your breath away and lows that leave you gasping for air.
But it's precisely these moments, these gut-wrenching days of doubt, that forge our spirits in fire and sculpt us into the indomitable forces we are destined to become.
So, to every trailblazer out there feeling the burn, remember this: It's okay to have those "I can't do this" days. It's human. What's not okay is letting those days define or derail you. Let them be your fuel.
Channel that frustration, that fear, that exhaustion into a defiant roar of defiance. Use it to propel yourself forward, to push through the barriers, and to shatter the ceilings that others say are impenetrable.
And if today is one of those days where the fight feels too hard, take a breath. Step back. Refuel. Connect with your tribe, those fellow warriors who remind you of your why, your fire, your unyielding purpose. Then, come back stronger, fiercer, and more determined than ever.
Because here's the ultimate truth: You CAN fucking do this. And you will not just for yourself but for the countless others who will find their own courage in your unwavering resolve. You got this.
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Principal Technical Program Manager at Mastercard
4moTera you are definitely one of the very best!!! Congratulations on the work anniversary!