A Few Words from Attendees of the
2003-04 California Division Educational Forum
and Annual Meeting*
By Jean Schneider CPS, CD NewsLink Editor
I have participated in many of these tabletop shows for Office Depot Business Services and never have I met with such a friendly group of folks!
John Zehbe, SF Account Manager
Office Depot Business Services Division
John Alston's powerful presentation on "Stuff Happens (And Then You Fix It): 9 Reality Rules to Steer Your Life Back in the Right Direction" brought home the point that we can better weather life's inevitable changes by being a student of life. Our 'studies' include cultivating a philosophy to help us navigate life, and requires a rudder (choice) and a compass. By concentrating our energy on the five points of the compass, we can adjust our course as change requires it, and still keep on track. The five points on the compass are:
(1) Life is a gift, don't trash it! Appreciate everything.
(2) The greatest gift you have is your mind: solve problems, learn, question.
(3) The goal in this life is to develop skills and give them back. When we give, the world responds.
(4) Be the most decent human being you can be.
(5) Never take people or time for granted.
Lynn Palmer, City of Hope Chapter
"I was especially struck by the professionalism and friendliness that radiated from every attendee. The web of support was almost tangible. I returned home with a renewed enthusiasm garnered from my new-found friends."
Bonnie Packard, Pasadena Chapter
First of all, I want to thank you for making me feel so welcome at the CDM. The AEF and CDM exceeded my expectations. The speakers were fantastic, the topics relevant and the meeting productive. It seems that the amount of planning that must have gone into the event paid off. What also struck me was the quality of the camaraderie that was in the air. Everyone was genuinely friendly...even though they did not know me. I learned a few things, and above all, I was reminded that the pride that I feel working as an Admin is just as rewarding and valid as if I were performing any other job with more visibility. The Sunday speaker also reinforced in me the belief that there is no substitute for intrinsic motivation and that with a positive attitude with can make a difference in our daily tasks.
Ana Meininger
Conejo Valley Chapter
*As published in Issue 5 of the June & July CD News Link
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