At Victor, we are guided by the values of?TEAM—Teamwork, Excellence, Adaptability, and Mission Drive. This powerful combination not only guides how we work but also how we approach life’s important moments. Just like the Iditarod, our work is about adapting to new challenges and always driving towards our mission through teamwork. Embracing the journey, no matter how daunting, and make the most of the present. What’s something you’ve been waiting on, only to realize the right time is now? #Teamwork #Iditarod #adaptability #leadership
How many experiences have we missed just because we told ourselves the timing wasn’t right? This month, I found myself in Alaska, standing in the freezing air, watching the start of the Iditarod—the legendary sled dog race. It was a moment years in the making, but one that almost didn’t happen. In 2019, when we said goodbye to Grandpa Phil, he left my husband Ale with a request: Bring my Iditarod jacket to the race in 2025—the 100th anniversary of the serum run to Nome. It was his way of passing on a tradition, of keeping a story alive. At first, 2025 felt distant, something we would plan for one day. But then, suddenly, it was here. And with busy schedules, traveling two days just to be there for 24 hours felt… impractical. I almost convinced myself that it wasn’t the right time. But the thing about time is that it’s never quite what we expect. It stretches and shrinks. Some moments feel like an eternity, and entire years can pass in the blink of an eye. We tell ourselves that we have time—that we’ll do things later. But later has a way of turning into never. And standing there at the start of the race, surrounded by the energy, the history, and the fulfillment of a promise made years ago, all I could think was: "I would have regretted not being here." Was it exhausting? Absolutely! But who cares? I came home with a heart full of gratitude—for the memories made, for the chance to honor someone we love, for the reminder that the right time is always now. So if there’s something you’ve been postponing, waiting for the perfect moment—ask yourself: What would happen if you did it today? Have you ever almost let something pass you by, only to realize how much it meant once you took the leap? I’d love to hear your experience. #Leadership #GrowthMindset #TakeAction #Resilience #TheRightTimeIsNow