9 Months In: When Manifesting Meets Reality

In project management, we’re taught to measure success through deadlines, deliverables, KPIs, and outcomes. And while those things matter, I’ve learned, both professionally and personally that one of the most powerful indicators of real success can’t be tracked in a dashboard.

Gratitude.

Back in October 2024, I wrote a blog about the role gratitude plays in project success. At the time, I spoke about it from a leadership and systems perspective—how expressing appreciation improves morale, strengthens collaboration, and deepens client relationships. You can read it on my LinkedIn profile here

What I didn’t realize then was that I was also writing my way toward a lived experience I hadn’t had yet.

I started my business in February 2024 with a vision, a freshly formed LLC, and a deep knowing that I was meant to do this work differently. Not louder. Not faster. But more intentionally and authentic.

That same year, I made one of the hardest decisions of my career: I quit my job.

I was working for a company that hired me as a project manager, but what they truly needed was a project strategist. Someone to bring structure, clarity, and systems where there were none. I even created a proposal outlining exactly what they needed and how I could support them. (Typical Human Design Projector Not-Self Theme vibes LOL. Inviting my ass somewhere that I was NOT invited to. IYKYK!)

They declined.

And while I was disappointed and a bit bitter, I also knew something important: staying would mean shrinking. Leaving meant honoring myself. So I walked away.

The rest of 2024 became an exercise in faith, patience, and consistency. I practiced writing RFPs. I refined my voice. I trusted my instincts. I kept going, even when there were no guarantees.

The Email That Changed Everything

In November 2024, I interviewed for a client opportunity that felt aligned, but unreadable. The room was quiet. Faces were neutral. Polite chuckles here and there. Nothing that screamed yes.

They told me they’d get back to me by the end of the week.

The interview was on a Tuesday.

An hour later, while walking around the neighborhood with Onyx, my phone buzzed, with an email saying "Congratulations!" They wanted to hire me.

I cried the entire walk home.

Not because of the contract. Not because of the money, though since we stay authentic around here, I would soon realize I was being paid more by that one client than I had been at the job I left.

I cried because my inner girl got her Christmas present early.

She had asked for security, stability, and joy.

And the universe delivered—exceedingly.

PS: In no way am I saying quit your job BUT what I am saying is sometimes we get in the way of having our own beautiful life. You create your reality and happiness. Always do what makes you happy...ALWAYS! Maybe you don't know what is on the other side of the unknown because being comfortable feels better. Well I am here to tell you, I do and I promise you...it's joy full pure joy.