I must remember that everyone will not share my ambition. One day I began the morning by asking one of my colleagues would he ever write a book. I did so because he and I both share an interest in reading. He said he never really thought about writing a book, but he believes it would be cool to do so. He then asked me if I would write a book. I calmly explained that I will write multiple books. I could not contain my excitement as I began to rattle off the types and subjects of the books that I have outlined.
His first response to me was, “what makes you an expert in those fields”.
Although I have expertise and mastery in the subjects, I took his question as a chance to reflect.
I explained that writing the books will involve exhausted literature review and interviews to study each topic. The point of my books will not be to flaunt expertise; the purpose is to expand the current literature with a narrative that can only be shared by my lived experience and the individuals who allow me to gain access to their unique journeys.
I am grateful for the conversation I had with my colleague because it allowed me to clarify my purpose. I am also slightly encouraged to produce more content to reach my goals sooner. I will accomplish all great things through Jesus Christ, who is my Lord and Savior.
Credit: Dr. James D. Washington, DBA