Welcome to the weekly diaries of 2025.
The week started with a lull. Most of the clients and teammates were still out. We were still hosting family (fun times) and struggled to be productive at work. On the 31st, we attended an NYE party with the baby. Of course, we returned home BEFORE the clock struck midnight. The baby was NOT in her regular element, and we had to slip as soon as the games were over.
On the 2nd, things were stormy at work. We were in trouble again as a team due to a lack of due diligence, technical expertise, and work overload. This was the fourth time we were in trouble over the last quarter. One time is a mistake; twice is negligence; the third and fourth times, it is a pattern. Of course, my manager was nice enough not to make it a big deal, but I know it is.
I would like to know what is in store for the remainder of the year if this is how the year has started. We have a few high-priority releases in the first quarter, and the thought shivers me. Maybe some extra praying will help? #notetoself Pray whenever possible. Pray hard. Pray very hard.
This incident made me ponder about mistakes and forgiveness. How easy is it to let someone make their own mistakes and not impart wisdom unless asked? How easy is it to let someone grow at their own pace? How easy is it to forgive and probably forget about someone’s actions that hurt you? As a manager, you need to know the perfect balance; maybe that is what I need to work on.
Hopefully, all goes well. More to come in week 2.
Of Sun and Sand 