TOW: Learning from mistakes

Two years ago, (and a few extra days) I was under a lot of pressure at work, and I screwed up, big time.  The whole scenario was so terrible, and in retrospect I still feel embarrassed, probably more than anything by having to explain over and over again how a simple mistake turned into a giant, marketing effort ruining mistake.  I still have regrets about that moment, and how it shouldn't have happened.  When I think about it, I do think it was a good lesson in learning something about me.  Namely, that even when I screw up in a large way, I can still function and I still want to correct what I've done wrong.

Fast forward to today, when I was part of a planning committee that helped launch Portico Network in a 'media ready' kind of way, life is a lot different.  I am surrounded by interesting, intelligent people.  And I managed to fix similar errors before they blew way out of control.  I would like to say I've learned from my mistakes, but I think it's more accurate to say that I know what to look for, and to look for it constantly when under tight timelines and pressures.

One of the videos I created for this event is a culmination of work between me and very overworked, top-tier graphic designer. I storyboarded the entire thing, scripted it, she animated and designed the look and feel, and I hired the narrator and cut the video as well as did all the timing and music.  It was an extremely collaborative effort. 
I'm really proud of being able to do things like this in my career path.  It's moments like this that make me super happy....creating things that are fun....at least fun for me....and well received by people who want products like these.

I will probably make many more mistakes in the future..but I'm looking forward to gaining experience in my industry of choice, and doing my best to provide the best possible to those around me. =)

New list!

I have a new list of 100 goals for this year.  Here's what's been accomplished so far


14) Get a new cell phone:  It was time!  I now have a giant phone.  

17) Spend some quality time with Graham:

This is me trying to look like we're having the best time in the world!!! In reality, we just ate a lot of sushi.   I think Graham was calling Kendal back.


33)  Buy a new suit:  Now in alterations!

42)  Do a painting workshop:  This painting is only $400!  Buy now! =)

I'll keep going with my list of updates here....one of the was also 'finish Christmas shopping' which definitely happened!