Why I Love My Coworkersfeatured

I started my career almost a year ago. It all happened as I took a leap of faith into the unknown, all in hopes of being “someone.”

It was terrifying but exciting all at the same time. “Would I fit in?” I thought. I had never had an office job but I trusted Spirit would guide me to where I belonged.

I came in ready to build my brand. Dealing with used car dealership owners on the field for over 6 years, I had a no-nonsense attitude. I was going to just get work done and go home everyday… or so I thought.

I came in with sparkles in my eyes. No joke, my desk began to transform into my room at home. I decorated it with my favorite colors and made sure it was always organized for the work ahead.

Somewhere along the line, I noticed every human at my office was a leader. Everyone worked hard and had multiple passions in life.

I had never worked in an office alongside such brilliant minds. I became instantly humbled and proud that I was a part of such a talented team.

Growing up, I was never good at sports, but boy did I love to be a part of teams. I loved the commodore and sense of community. I loved the feeling of knowing that someone would catch me if I ever fell.

When I started my career, I felt beyond blessed that my team was not just any team, it was an exceptional and diverse one. It was a catalyst for growth, change, and overall success for every single one of us.

I began learning every single coworker. I love people but I did find it strange that I could love so many people at once. I always thought my heart was simply not big enough to hold so much love and appreciation.

But it did.

My coworkers deserve the best, so I took it upon myself to try to always be kind even on my worst days. I made sure to always try to show appreciation even when I had nothing left to show. Like any work family, we all have our moments. We understand each other and make work happen regardless.

I have experienced the same in return from my my coworkers. They always lift me up when I am down and let me know they appreciate me in many different ways.

The most beautiful experience took place a few weeks ago when they donated over $1k to our donation page for our home that recently burned down.

I couldn’t stop crying when I saw donations come in. The tears were more about the amount of support that I started to realize I had around me.

I mean, I never thought I could feel so loved, appreciated, and most important of all, acknowledged; Not just as a worker, but as a human.

One going through a rough time who wanted to keep showing up to life everyday.

I don’t know where life will take all of us but I do know that we share a very special bond. One that you can never forget and one that will continue to teach us that there are more good people in the world than there are bad.

Love Deeply and Forever,

Karen