Someone Else
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Someone Else
Insights from a Corporate Veteran
Summary
Nan Russell, a seasoned columnist and former Vice President at QVC, shares her invaluable career insights from two decades in the corporate world.Article
During a recent catch-up call, my friend vented about a tough day at work. "We've all had days like that," I empathized. But she insisted, "Not quite like this."
As a substitute instructional aide, she was tasked with helping teachers on a field trip for 275 fifth graders, celebrating the end of a testing week. Unfortunately, chaos reigned when her bus was the last to arrive at the skating rink.
Teachers stood by, arms crossed, complaining about the lack of organization, the absence of administrative guidance, and the unexpected arrival at the rink. Amid the grumbling, no one was addressing the turmoil of children scrambling for skates, tearing open snacks, and littering the floor.
"My heart sank," she confessed. Watching the chaos unfold, she took initiative, recruiting a teacher to help organize the students and assign tasks. This is what successful people do?"they take action.
In my twenty years of management experience, I’ve observed many waiting for someone else to step up, to solve problems, and to take the lead. These individuals often find themselves stuck in blame mode, while others are actively contributing and making a difference. Unsurprisingly, they are the ones questioning why others receive the better projects and promotions.
The key to winning at work is becoming the ‘someone else’ that others wait for. Successful individuals step up and make things happen. They know when to act, and they feel better for doing so. Taking action and committing to tasks boosts self-esteem.
Here’s the crux: you can't succeed at work by waiting for others to be the ‘someone’ you could become. Winning at work means offering your best self, which sometimes requires stepping out of your comfort zone or finding the courage to lead amidst chaos. It’s like Shakespeare said, "Nothing comes from doing nothing."
(c) 2005 Nan S. Russell. All rights reserved.
For more insights, sign up for Nan's free biweekly eColumn at [Winning at Working](http://www.winningatworking.com). With over twenty years in management, including as a Vice President at QVC, Nan holds a B.A. from Stanford and an M.A. from the University of Michigan. She's currently penning her first book, Winning at Working: 10 Lessons Shared. Visit [Nan Russell](http://www.nanrussell.com) or contact her at info@nanrussell.com.
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