{"id":39241,"date":"2024-10-31T17:00:18","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T00:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.georgefox.edu\/dlgp\/?p=39241"},"modified":"2024-10-31T17:00:18","modified_gmt":"2024-11-01T00:00:18","slug":"rewiring-me-wayar-semula-saya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.georgefox.edu\/dlgp\/rewiring-me-wayar-semula-saya\/","title":{"rendered":"Rewiring Me! Wayar Semula Saya!"},"content":{"rendered":"

The book, \u2018The Elephant’s Dilemma: Break Free and Reimagine Your Future at Work<\/em>\u201d by Jon Bostock is practical and inspiring, [1]<\/a> published in 2020. The book explores how individuals can break free from their current constraints and reimagine their future in the workplace. According to reviewers, this book inspires readers to take risks and make their work meaningful. Another commented on the book for its powerful message on sustainable innovation and its potential to positively impact lives and careers.<\/p>\n

Jon Bostock is an accomplished business leader and author. Before writing “The Elephant’s Dilemma,” he spent eleven years at General Electric, where he felt like a “tethered elephant,” constrained by the traditional corporate environment [2]<\/a>. He later became the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Big Ass Fans,[3]<\/a> where he successfully restructured the company and focused on long-term economic sustainability, leading to a landmark sale.<\/p>\n

This book certainly heightened my awareness and granted me permission to acknowledge my current feelings. Over the past year, I have felt increasingly stuck in my current job and not as fully invested as I once was. I am pushing myself to persevere until I complete my doctoral program. However, I sometimes feel guilty for these feelings, as it seems unappreciative. Bostock offers readers the courage to go beyond conventional career paths, take risks, and find meaningful work. In the midst of my feelings and in the process of reading this book, there is a constant assurance ringing in my head, from Jeremiah 29:11, \u2018For I know the plans\u00a0I have for you,\u201d declares the\u00a0Lord, \u201cplans to prosper\u00a0you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.[4]<\/a> \u00a0Is fear of the unknown or boredom of a job\/position?\u00a0 When the uncertainty of my future takes over my peace, the voice of Jeremiah 29:11 speaks louder!<\/p>\n

Bostock stated, “Identify a product or service that needs fixing. Find a problem to solve and make that your mission.”[5]<\/a> This was my aha moment! Bostock suggests we determine the impact we want to make and find the best outlet for that change\u2014choosing our own path. He further encourages readers to get a whiteboard with nothing on it, and build the service, up from scratch.[6]<\/a> Sounds so much like my NPO discovery phase. How can I contribute to an effort in a way that makes sense for the environment and the job that I have today? \u00a0A profound statement, \u201cIf you play the game of what\u2019s not possible, you\u2019ll lose every time.\u201d [7]<\/a> Yes, with God, nothing is impossible!<\/p>\n

While reading this book, I called my sister, Shakila. She is a social media guru, freelancing editor, and a comedian by night. Previously, she taught autistic children but experienced burnout, especially during the pandemic. She resigned and became a full-time comedian with her show “Teacher Gone Wild,” and she is happier than ever. Ironically, Shakila suggested I find a problem at work and work towards fixing it. Two weeks ago, I presented an issue to my manager along with the 8-wastes philosophy.[8]<\/a> This week, she gave me the green light to move forward and ask me to prepare to present the \u201cwastes\u201d to the Director on December 4th.<\/p>\n

The more I read this book, the more excited I become about looking beyond my current work project. I am considering starting a dialogue about next-generation leadership, which partially relates to my NPO. This idea aligns with Bostock’s approach of surrounding oneself with diverse viewpoints [9]<\/a>\u2014my stakeholders who played a crucial role in helping me discover and design my NPO assignment.<\/p>\n

Feeling uncertain about my future and the monotony of my life, I asked Shakila to help me set up an Instagram account. Inspired by Bostock’s advice on building a support base,[10]<\/a> I saw this as an opportunity to engage others in dialogue about next-generation leadership. Bostock emphasizes the importance of having people who can lobby for your ideas, offer encouragement, and contribute to your goals. This approach aligns perfectly with how we engage stakeholders for our NPO workshops.<\/p>\n

My takeaway<\/strong><\/p>\n

I landed with some actionable strategies to help me break free from my current constraints and reimagine my professional futures. This does not mean I will be leaving my work anytime soon, but Bostock\u2019s book motivated me to look beyond, as with God Nothing is Impossible [11]<\/a>:<\/p>\n

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  1. Identify what is holding me back to move to another role. Pray about it!<\/li>\n
  2. Be open to new ideas.<\/li>\n
  3. Find and address issues that need fixing, then follow through.<\/li>\n
  4. Surround myself with supporting and encouraging people.<\/li>\n
  5. Take calculated risks to achieve my vision.<\/li>\n
  6. Aim for long-term success, focusing on sustainability.<\/li>\n
  7. Develop a clear plan to achieve my goals.<\/li>\n
  8. Stay committed and preserve through challenges.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Rewiring myself<\/strong><\/p>\n

    You may be aware; I work in construction and often visit job sites with engineers and crews. Rewiring in construction involves replacing old electrical systems to enhance safety and functionality and meet modern standards. Similarly, while I cannot be “rewired” like a building, I can update my resume and leverage my skills to advocate for next-generation leadership via Instagram. Whether I remain with my current organization or move on, I trust that God has a good plan for me!<\/p>\n

    [1]<\/a> Jon Bostock, The Elephant’s Dilemma: Break Free and Reimagine Your Future at Work<\/em> (New York: Lioncrest Publishing, 2020).<\/p>\n

    [2]<\/a> The Elephant\u2019s Dilemma: Break Free and Reimagine Your Future at Work, October 29, 2024, https:\/\/lioncrest.com\/books\/the-elephants-dilemma\/.<\/p>\n

    [3]<\/a> Big Air. Bid Fans. Bid Attitude, October 29, 2024, https:\/\/www.bigassfans.com<\/p>\n

    [4]<\/a> The Holy Bible: New International Version<\/em>\u00a0(London: Hodder and Stoughton, 1979). Jeremiah 29:11.<\/p>\n

    [5]<\/a> Bostock, 52.<\/p>\n

    [6]<\/a> Bostock, 55.<\/p>\n

    [7]<\/a> Bostock, 59.<\/p>\n

    [8]<\/a> 8-Wastes od Lean Manufacturing | Machinemetrics, October 29, 2024, https:\/\/www.machinemetrics.com\/8-waste-of-lean-manufacturing\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    [9]<\/a> Bostock, 73.<\/p>\n

    [10]<\/a> Bostock, 75.<\/p>\n

    [11]<\/a> The Holy Bible: New International Version<\/em>\u00a0(London: Hodder and Stoughton, 1979). Luke 1:37.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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