I have been working as an executive assistant since 2012. I have met some truly amazing people over the past few years, including my boss. I don't think I've ever met a more kind or sincere superior. He is the president of my organization, yet has no problem answering phones, making photo copies, or even grilling up hotdogs at our hotdog days. Telling him my time as his assistant has to come to an end was the hard part.
My boss has 6 kids of his own and his wife has always been a stay at home mom. He is a true family man. To say he understood was an understatement. He hoped that I would try to find a way to be home with the baby because he believes it's important. He did say: "You once said to me 'What am I going to do when you retire?'. This wasn't the deal!" We laughed. I certainly expected him to leave me, not the other way around.
I'm aware I'm giving up an amazing job with even better coworkers. It was the only thing that was holding me back in the beginning. As time passed I started to realize my mind wasn't at work anymore. It has been home with my little nugget.
I have to say I expected a little bit more negative feedback. I am happy to say that mostly everyone has told me "you're doing the right thing", "I wish I had the guts to do what you are doing" or the one that hit home the most: "they're not little forever". Knowing I have support from friends, family and coworkers is an great feeling. It's honestly empowering. Negative vibes create negative results, so thank you for the positivity!
The official journey with this dude begins May 21st!
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