I came to Mzinga last June looking to understand the business behind the social media industry. In the process, I found myself deeply changed.
Working side by side with Barry Libert, I learned about the trials and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the unpredictable outcomes of risk-taking, and the one fundamental lesson that will stay with me throughout the entire duration of my professional career: have passion in everything you do.
With these lessons in mind, I’ve made the difficult decision to resign as a full-time employee from Mzinga in pursuit of fulfilling my personal passions. I will still remain a Social Media consultant to the company and a long-time friend to the many individuals I’ve been lucky enough to work with.
To anyone reading this thinking, “How can you leave a full time job in the middle of a recession?” the answer is simple: I’m 22 and I have a mission.
I won’t go into the details of that mission just yet, but it’s ambitious.
We are living in really difficult times, but those of us who can afford to take risks need to use this as an opportunity to invest, not just in ourselves, but in each other.
“Be the change you wish to see in the world.” – Ghandi
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Congratulations, that’s so exciting!
Actually, I’m doing the same thing (and we’re the same age). I’m really excited! Best wishes
Congrats on choosing a course for your next adventure! I’m sure you’ll do well and please reach out if there’s anything I can do to help. Change is good!
Jim | @jimstorer
I’m sad to see one of my fellow Gen Ys go, but I’m super excited to see one of us take the risk and do what they are most passionate above. Go carry the torch for our generation
- Matt
You are going to change the world Alexa – don’t forget that you can. There is great power that comes from proactively pursuing your own interests. Can’t wait to hear more about your plans! Best of luck embracing all the changes and let me know how I can help.
It was great working with you Alexa. Best of luck!
Awww, thanks everyone for the well wishes
@SaraFowler – I’ll shoot you an email. Curious about your plans and the big move you’re making.
Jim, Rachel, Matt S, and Matt C – So lucky to have you as part of my Mzinga experience. The best part of my job was working with a great group of people. It wasn’t easy to leave New York, but having a supportive team and community made Boston and Burlington feel like home.
How is the roommate taking the news? Good luck, congrats, and (hopefully) see you Monday at coffee with the Strout-meister.
Go get ‘em!
Looking forward to seeing the fruits of your labor.
Dave
Congrats on your decision– very proud of you. I’m glad to see you’re keeping it real & am sure you’re going to do very well. Life is all about pursuing your passions– never doubt it for a minute….Looking forward to staying in touch & let me know if there’s anything I can do for you!
You have a passion about the social space and will be very successful in anything you choose.
-Rick
Alexa
you will do great, especically given all that we have learned together.
Barry
Choose your own course now, and you set a great example for yourself– Writing it down now– I knew you when…
Best of luck Alexa!
Your mission is beautiful! You’ll do good. Not well-good.