It's All In Your Head

I sent an email to the C.E.O. of a renowned advertising agency about an idea I had for one of their campaigns. I was intimidated and reluctant considering his status. After crafting a confident paragraph, my discomfort passed. I hit send. Then, I read it.

My eyes zeroed in on the last line: "Thank in advance for your time."

Internal freak out commence. I sat on the couch staring out the patio doors, shaking my head in disbelief. I was so f'ing pissed for not reading it first! My imagination went wild with thoughts about what this guy would think of me. I felt embarrassed and incredibly stupid.

The next morning, his response was in my inbox. I was really impressed that he got back to me, and so soon at that. It made me feel important and noticed.

He very politely stated that they have a team dedicated to their clients' ad campaigns and don't accept ideas from outside the company. He thanked me for my interest and wished me well. But a single word stood out - tem. He forgot the "a" in team.

His typo instantly reminded me to reduce the serious, crack a smile and giggle.

When my mindset tilts sideways, I level it with - tem. And tell myself - It's all in your head.

Keep It Light,

Jimmy