I joined this organization that is into micro finance for women. Wonderful organization, wonderful colleagues and wonderful boss… The sense of belonging to this place was in me from day one of joining this place. The work that was required of me was indeed very huge – I haven’t handled something this big and complex before. However, I was not left on my own to learn my ropes around. My supervisor and my colleagues were always willing to help and teach.

There are two things that make this a great organization to work and grow with. One, people here are serious about the organization mission and values. The big picture doesn’t get lost in the finer details. This doesn’t mean that the finer details are forgotten or quality is compromised. But the reason for the details and quality is highlighted. The second thing is, one’s work doesn’t usually go unappreciated. People, especially those in the higher ups, take time to appreciate even the smallest success.

I have heard some people talk about the “power of constructive criticism”. I wonder if there is any thing called “constructive criticism”. I believe that criticism only destroys and never builds up. Yeah. Probably people would want to prove their criticizers wrong. They work hard and achieve the very result which they were said they would not achieve. This does not mean that the criticism has made them tougher. On the outside, maybe. But I think criticism leaves them wanting for approval really.

Well, that’s my opinion anyways. The point here is, I have been built up and am still being built up. There is no insecurity of credit theft and stuff. On the whole, I am one happy person.

The down side of it, however, is I seem to be falling into the very pit I was avoiding in my previous job. I seem to be so caught up with my work, I am becoming a workaholic. Part of me is proud of that. I never thought that I would be this committed to something. You see, I was the happy-go-lucky, carefree kind always. That seems to have changed. But this other part of me is screaming “watch out!!!” I need to be careful, right? Yeah, I am young and have the energy but I think this is the best time to discipline myself. What better time to discipline oneself than when you actually need to be disciplined, right?

So, here I am. With a job that has triggered that something in me and has got me all fired up. God is good and faithful… as always. Blessed be His Name. Om shanthi!