Sometimes All You Need Is To Shift Your Perspective

When I went to college, I had an incessant drive to do something, get out of school, and pursue a business venture. And I eventually did. My train of thought was, "What opportunity can I find to make money right now, so that I could have time to do what I want later?”

I think that drive was also influenced by my dad's advice and his emphasis on money, the pressure, and the importance of finances. Then I created a restaurant, which I learned to love. I really enjoyed the experience. I learned so much, and I wouldn't change it for anything. It connected me with many people who taught me valuable lessons.

I feel grateful that I got to experience that, but the reason why I initially chose it was because I saw a financial opportunity, not because I loved working in the restaurant industry.

And I became really good at it. I always did my best, that's for sure. I was consistently asking: “How can I make this better? How can I be better?” It became fun. Like a game where you're moving from one level to the next.

I’ve found out that whenever you do your best, work becomes more enjoyable and you feel good about yourself because improving everyday feels good. Becoming better feels good.