Thoughts from a New Employee in a New Year: What is truly important to you?

By Anne Walter

Time. Something in short supply for most people, like myself, who wish for more. The definition of time is, “the indefinite progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole.” If you contemplate that for a second, I think we would all agree that time is our most precious asset. I’m sure we’ve all heard the saying, “to live each day as if it were our last” …and we would agree that’s a mindset to strive for 365 days of the year.

When the Covid-19 pandemic emerged in 2020, no one could have predicted how much our daily lives would be forever changed. I look at time somewhat differently now because of the shifting dynamic that keeps asking the question, “what is truly important?” Having been laid off and looking for my next career choice, I asked myself, “what did I want to do and honestly, where could I make the most impact?” Sometimes we ask ourselves these questions and don’t feel like we get any answers.…and sometimes we end up exactly where we’re supposed to be.

I was fortunate enough to connect with Katie Bigelow, Mettle Ops, President and Founder, at a time when the company was looking for an Administrative Specialist. Having extensive experience along with a Defense background, ended up being a “perfect fit.” Mettle Ops was exactly the kind of company I was looking to work with, from their mission statement, their company culture, and their Christian values.

Mettle Ops cultivates an atmosphere of teamwork, collaboration, and support. They truly care about what they do, the impact they are making and each one of their employees. Working for a company whose focus is helping our military soldiers, fills me with immense pride and satisfaction. Mettle Ops exemplifies that each person can make a difference and that as a Team, we will leave a bigger footprint of goodness and change in the world.

When I previously asked myself the question of where I could make a difference, I was reminded about the concept of time and what is truly important. Finding the opportunity that led me to Mettle Ops was the answer to my question.