Discipline Be disciplined when others are lazy. Follow the rules when others cut corners. And remember, the intellectually lazy will never show you source material.
(In)experience Relying on experience alone can lead to assumptions. Not having experience can leave you open to blindspots.
Transition When manufacturing opportunity to switch careers, however much a deviation, perseverance will win.
Experts Being called a subject matter expert is unsettling. While some may take it as a compliment, I become anxious.
Trophy Case The do-gooders and over-achievers, of which I consider myself one, rack up degrees and certificates and maintain them well past their useful life.
Trajectory An unassuming trip to Costa Rica unlocked a deep fascination with Latin America that altered my life trajectory.