Summary Of Realization What You Re Made Of By Mangurain

The article, Realizing What You’re Made Of by Glenn E. Mangurain discussed facing adversity and starting anew. The author became permanently paralyzed and reinvented himself, although it was a difficult and long process his story serves as an example to overcome adversity and using his past experiences and current circumstances to change both his thought process and his career. During the rehabilitation process he was able to think about what was most important to him and focus on those elements of his life and build upon them.

The authors’ theories are very relevant to life and Corporate America. While reading this article I found it very relatable, specifically when he spoke about the cliché - “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.”

Medical time was taken due to pregnancy, which resulted in me having Congestive Heart Failure. Additionally, as a Mom sick days were used to take care of sick children. The male candidates did not have this as an issue because their wives were taking care of the children. Needless to say, I decided at that time to not take the promotional exam ever again. This attitude resulted in me feeling indifferent about the job and I was no longer motivated. After, a short period of time I realized I had to change my way of thinking. I had to not give them a reason to not promote me. I have not taken any medical time, I will have my Master’s Degree in December 2015 and the next promotional exam is scheduled for October 5th, this will be my first attempt since being overlooked three years ago. My new perspective is there is absolutely nothing I can do about being overlooked. I took inventory and made a list of things that I needed to change, including looking for additional training within the department. I also learned a valuable theory in class, which is EE (experience and exposure) I volunteer more now than I have ever volunteered in the past. I know that I will be a lieutenant before I retire. I also realize that God has a plan and if I would’ve been promoted three years ago my daughter would’ve been very young and that would’ve been a hardship on our family. The authors’ views are on point and applicable to both personal life and corporate. Glenn Mangurian story is both informative and