Daily writing prompt

Tell us about your first day at something — school, work, as a parent, etc.

View all responses

Through out school and university I was a average student. I was the kind of person that is easily forgettable. I preferred it that way.

I thought my first day at my job also would be no different. I thought I would be the person in the corner of the room that just gets by. Never knew that 1st day would be the turning point for me.

I have no idea how I got noticed. For the first time in my life I gave up my inhibition and asked questions. I wanted to know how to do my job so I asked about anything that came to my mind. I did not know anyone in the room, so it was easier. I knew that even if the people judged me, they were strangers.

I think the silly questions I asked lightened the mood of the boring training. For the first time in my life I emerged from my shell and interacted with people. I am really thankful for that experience. It was the day that changed the trajectory of the rest of my life and I will always be thankful for it.