Recently I was watching television and I heard a quote that just hit me like a ton of bricks.  In essence the subject matter expert told someone she was helping- "sometimes people remember you how they met you."  It is so sad but so true.  Some people look at us and simply remember us for who we use to be.  They don't see that we now have careers, degrees, knowledge, skills, experiences, and abilities that our former selves did not posses.  They see our past mistakes and not how we overcame them.  They see past failures but not how we healed from them.  Sometimes these are family members, bosses, coworkers, spouses, or friends who limit us to the person we once were.  Such limitations often hinder our passion and drive because they are a constant reminder of our downfalls or inadequacies.  Today's advice is simple- succeed anyway!  It doesn't matter who says what about you- you are where you are because you have earned it.  You worked for your position.  You went to school.  You graduated.  You got the job.  You have the experience.  You can do it.  Not happy with where you are?  Then use your wisdom, knowledge, and energy to transcend your current position and propel yourself to the next level.  The only person stopping you is you!  You can do it!  -Derek, Principal DAT Solutions & Consulting. www.ConsultingDAT.com

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