Women on the Move - learning from trying

Today we launched our executive women's networking event in atlanta--Women on the Move. The adrenaline was flowing along with the coffee, conversation, and buzz. What I learned...

I can make something amazing happen...

• I need a partner with energy to match mine
• I need an inspiring idea and something to keep me focused
• With a good idea, a solid plan, and a lot of hard work - anything is possible

I will face moments of crippling doubt and anxiety...

• I don't know how to do this--there are people who are experts in this
• I don't know many executives in atlanta--maybe I am completely over my head
• This is crazy and untried and what if it completely fails

I can relax and laugh at myself even when completely stressing out...

• I need to rely on the strength of my partners and friends
• I need to trust that it will all work out as it is supposed to
• I need to remind myself that failing is just a different way of learning

And after all of this work and stress, we watched something wonderful unfold this morning. Women talking, laughing, sharing... truly connecting with each other. Even after the time was up, no one left. When they did leave, the left in groups or pairs--with their new friends.

We have done something important... now we need to figure out what it is and what comes next. And I need to have the confidence to step into the leadership role again--and act like I know what I am doing!