I was recently interviewed for an article about how parents can help their unmarried adult children find love.
My knee-jerk reaction (in my head, anyway) was "Tell these parents to mind their own damn beeswax."
Of course, one simply cannot say such things for a national newspaper article, so I softened my response somewhat. I think I got my point across.
This link will take you to the article. I'm interested what you think about the content.
One more thing...it's SO freakin' cool to see your name in print.
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Today, I had the once-in-a-lifetime pleasure to meet the Chancellor of the State University of New York, Dr. Nancy Zimpher. She visited our campus to speak about SUNY's visions and the solid plans to execute them.
Her name has been one on a short list of folks I've been eager to meet.
Imagine my surprise as I introduced myself to her, and she said, "Hi, I'm Nancy Zimpher." "Pleased to meet you, Dr. Zimpher." "Please...call me Nancy."
Whoa. How great was that?
My mama always said that no matter what one's station in life, we all put our pants on one leg at a time. But, hey...this is the Chancellor of SUNY. And she wants me to call her Nancy.
I spoke with Nancy for a few minutes on a topic about which I'm most passionate, and it was nice to learn we share that passion. She asked me questions and was interested in what I had to say. She even offered to help me pursue a work-related vision: "Let me know what I can do to make this happen."
I realize that I am only one of tens of thousands of SUNY employees and students she meets each year, but for that brief period of time, Nancy and I exchanged in meaningful discourse, and I am over-the-moon grateful for that opportunity. I feel validated, appreciated and heard.
And as for her sincere offer to help? I will most definitely take her up on it.
The way I see it...her actions speak volumes. It's obvious that she considers herself as one of us on the SUNY team, and isn't tied to impressive titles or positions. She treats people with kindness and respect, and makes them feel as important as she is. Nancy Zimpher is a dynamic, passionate, down-to-earth and gracious leader, indeed.
QUESTION: Have you ever met anyone famous or influential? How did it go?
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