Welcome to the month of October!
I cannot believe that not long ago I was toasting to 2022, and here we are, less than three months away from another new year!
I love this time of year because it is a time for not only thanksgiving, but a time of reflection. I
mention this because when I look back over my career, I think about the challenges I faced and
the people who helped me along the way. It was the kind gestures and encouragement I
received that reminded me to focus on my goals and continue pursuing my dreams.
Of course, as I continued to grow in my career and rise in rank, I made sure I reached back to help other young officers in their journeys. Reaching back is important as it not only demonstrates a selfless act, but it promotes a culture where we look out for others and encourage their success. As everyone knows, I am a huge advocate for mentoring our youth as these are our future leaders. They will be future leaders who will make decisions that will affect us, and they will be the voice of those who are not often heard.
Helping others is also a form of leadership, which is one of the pillars of Montgomery Women. It is not reserved for those with a title of authority; it is an action and can be followed. Our leadership is what we do which others observe and remember. As the end of the year approaches, I challenge each of us to find a way to support another individual. It does not necessarily have to be in the form of money, but can also be through mentorship. I encourage you to consider becoming a Montgomery Women Mentor. It does not cost much, just time.
I look forward to all the work Montgomery Women is doing and the achievements the organization will accomplish this year!
Stay safe,
Ijeoma Enendu
Vice President, Montgomery Women
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