The more I thought about writing this post, the more I thought about how hypocritical I could come off. Everyone has their days, right? The hangover hell hole feeling when you’re at work after what was a fun night of partying. Or “the case of the mondays” that seem to stretch throughout the whole week. Or how about just have a crappy day and just being totally unmotivated?
Yah, I have those days time to time, but especially as a student and an intern – regardless of what company or school – I feel like you have to take advantage of every opportunity and if none are presented to you, then you need to create your own.
For example, as a server, it’s so important to help each other out. Whether it’s doing your part to keep your section of the restaurant clean or help out a co-worker who is in the ”weeds” (meaning that they’re drowning in stuff to do for all their tables and they can’t handle it on their own). This is mostly what made me write this entry. Working at the restaurant in California is totally different than it is back home. From the guest to the people I work with, it all took a few days getting use to. The only thing left is getting use to holding up all the dead weight that’s there. There’s a few servers who can be held accountable for actually doing their job, but it’s like all the others just want to half-ass it, make THEIR money and peace out. They complain when glasses haven’t been restocked or when they can’t find something else they may need BUT YET,THEY DO NOTHING ABOUT IT! And then when you call them out, they make some lame excuse. So it’s up to you to make sure things get done.
- No one likes a slacker.
Funny thing is, I use to be that person. I use to be the person that didn’t care and was super selfish. I had an excuse for anything and everything. Then I grew up. Kind of. Still a work in progress, but with the help of setting goals and being really passionate about something has really helped. I’m learning to apply that in other aspects of my life too. I guess it’s finding what motivates you. For some, it’s money. Others, making Mom & Dad proud. For me, it’s a mix of not dissapointing people, learning and being proud of myself & my work.
So, whatever you do- do it with pride as it’s a representation of who you are. When you mess up, buck up and accept it. Then learn from it and make sure you kick ass at it next time!
I’m interested to know what motivates you?
-Sarah