Dec
20
By Elyssa A. Goldstein, CLM, PHR, SHRM-CP
I’ve never been known for my brevity. I love to tell stories, relish playing games like Taboo and Catch Phrase and am extremely comfortable in front of a crowd.
That said, I am also keenly aware of the power of words. Sometimes, saying less (or saying nothing at all) creates the biggest impact.
As another year draws to a close, and we all take the time to reflect on our highs and lows and resolve to make the necessary improvements in the coming year, I could easily share pages worth of NJALA commentary. (Don’t worry, I won’t.)
I’ve done some light “preaching” when discussing topics like motivation, gratitude and priorities in the past, and, though I have not been privy to any negative feedback, I am sure there are those who take issue with the way I deliver my messages.
Freedom of thought is one of the greatest freedoms we have, and my intention is not to change your mind or have you fall in line.
My intention instead is to communicate the passion behind the words I write, the passion I feel for my legal administration profession and the passion I demonstrate as a member of the NJALA. (Example: Screaming at the top of my lungs whenever the New Jersey chapter is mentioned at a national ALA event.)
We all have our reasons for being affiliated with the NJALA. Maybe, at one time, “passion” would have made your list. Maybe, for you, “passion” never stood a chance.
Careers ebb and flow much like the ocean tide, and maybe you’ve been longing for a way to feel reenergized and reinvigorated.
I would argue that the NJALA is the opportunity you’ve been seeking.
You will likely receive several e-mails during the month of January asking for committee members, assistance with volunteer efforts and the like. Take a chance. Throw your hat in the ring. Raise your proverbial hand. As the saying goes, “don’t knock it…”. (See, brevity.)
I hope my words find their way into your year-end reflections, because I know the NJALA will continue to do amazing and impactful things in 2019.
Until then, I wish you and yours the happiest and healthiest of holiday seasons.
Elyssa A. Goldstein, CLM, PHR, SHRM-CP is the Firm Administrator of Rebenack, Aronow & Mascolo, LLP in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
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