We Matter
by: Dave Ozment
As part of the ongoing new hire orientation process with my new job, I had the opportunity to participate in a ‘fireside chat’ with our CEO. It was a great opportunity to connect with fellow new hires, as well as, learn more about the history of our organization and experience the passion and enthusiasm of our corporate leader.
During this discussion our CEO made a bold but well supported pronouncement: “We Matter”. He explained how our products and services save our clients money – big money – the kind of money that shows itself on the bottom line and can impact stock price. “We Matter” he said again with even more conviction.
I had done my homework prior to joining the company and I have certainly learned a lot in my first weeks. His assertions were undeniably true, equally so his conclusion. As an organization and business partner, we do matter.
But the expression stuck with me… 2 words, 3 syllables harboring tons of meaning and implication.
‘we mat-ter’
Imagine the simplistic 3 word and masterfully positioned phrase “Just Do It” that has propelled countless folks out of bed and into morning runs or workout sessions - it is simply a command, an order with no context or explanative powers. On the other hand, “We Matter” offers a bountiful explanation, equal parts reason and motivation – a true catalyst for action.
So while I may lack the charisma or marketing clout to elevate my new found phrase to such heights, I hope to incorporate it into my daily routine and philosophy.
Rather than “just doing it” because, because, I am now “just doing it” because I or we or it matters. That packs a pungent punch.
Applied to personal finance, because that’s what we just do around here, we smartly manage our money because it matters… to our family, our future, our security, our well being. Who we are and what we do – the choices and decisions we each make – matter and over the long haul we’d all do well to recognize it and act accordingly.
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Congratulations on the new job! I just got hired on Friday myself at a talent agency after a 9 month job hunt, and am nervous/excited to start tomorrow.
Anyway in the downtime I read a lot of finance blogs and sites as well as entertainment ones. You (along with others) inspired me to create my own blog for people who want to break into the entertainment business…without going broke. http://copyandcredit.blogspot.com/
I added you as a blog to follow as well. Congrats again and enjoy the weekend – Ian
Thanks Ian, I appreciate your encouragement. I’m glad you’ve found some useful material here and that you’ve decided to give blogging a chance. As you know, I’ve not been at it for very long, but I’ve enjoyed the process as well as the people I’ve met along the way.
Congrats to you also on your new job. Good luck with both of your new endeavors.
Dave
Congratulations on the new job!
I just got hired at a new job at a talent agency after a 9 month search on Friday myself. I’m really excited & a little nervous to start tomorrow…
Anyway during all that downtime, your site along with some others inspired me to create my own blog for people trying to break into the entertainment biz … without going broke:
http://copyandcredit.blogspot.com/
I just launched it today and have you as a blog I’m following/recommending. Keep the posts coming!
Congrats on the new job, and finding a place that has a strong, positive corporate culture. It is amazing to me how many companies don’t spend time working on building a strong culture, and in making sure that new hires are exposed to the culture and expectations early on. good luck!
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Thanks Rate, and you are so correct. A strong – positive – corp culture goes so far in building satisfaction and a sense of purpose within an organization. In my many years as a management consultant I am still amazed at the number of organizations that treat their people poorly. Some “name brand” organizations just abuse their people with their tactics and ingrained management styles. That’s no way to work with people and certainly not a sustainable approach.
Thanks for checking us out and commenting.
Dave
Great post, great perspective. Let’s do things that matter. Wonderful life advice.
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Thanks, I appreciate the feedback and support. I like your blog title and clearly share the thought. I look forward to checking out your site.
Dave