All Hands on Deck
Ashley Orlando
JOYOLOGIST | COMMUNICATION EXPERT | MUSICIAN on a mission to help 1 million women find their voice
Have you ever been excited to accomplish something important "all by yourself" and then realized later that you actually had a lot of help along the way?
Today I got to meet a friend's toddler son for the first time. He's just beginning to walk on his own, to eat solid "grown-up" food and express his emotions. He still obviously needs a lot of help in many ways. But he's not the least bit shy about asking for it. And even when he does something new "by himself," he has a cheering squad of adults encouraging him and ready to catch him when he falls.
As adults, we sometimes don't want to admit that we need help, but we do--every day--and in lots of different ways. And we're sometimes hesitant to make the ask.
Right now I am working with the music director for my June 9th "Summer Swing" show at the Hartley/Vey Studio in the Manship Theater to pull together charts, with the theater staff on promotions, with fellow musicians on arrangements and media outlets to spread the word for ticket sales. It takes a TEAM of people to make a great show possible!
Even mandolin virtuoso, Chris Thile, who I had the pleasure of hearing perform a solo concert a few years ago in Houston, has a TEAM of people who make his SOLO concerts possible.
What are you working on right now? And where could you use a little help?
Have you asked for it?
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If not, I challenge you to do so today.
If it's something you've been putting off for a while, instead of thinking about "the worst thing that could happen" if you ask, I invite you to think "what's the best that could happen?"
For example, I just called my local library to ask if they would promote the Manship show by adding the poster to their digital billboards. And in the span of our 5-minute conversation, the librarian said SHE's going to buy a ticket to the show!
Many great things start with reaching out and asking for help. Do it!
In the meantime, I hope to see you tomorrow night for Historical Happy Hour with me and the Florida Street Blowhards (at the West Baton Rouge Museum) and June 9th at the Hartley/Vey Studio in the Manship Theater!
With gratitude,
Ashley
Ideas with a Leftfield Mindset
1 年Ashley Orlando thank you for encouraging us to have that mindset of continually asking for help. I know I need to work on this year.
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1 年Ashley Orlando I have noticed as a Joyologist, you're constantly pouring your energy into the well-being of others, reminding them of the power of joy and the importance of embracing positivity. And you demonstrated how you recognize when you need a helping hand or a listening ear. Seeking assistance doesn't diminish your expertise or your ability to bring happiness to others—it reinforces your commitment to self-care and personal growth I enjoy reading how you reached out and asking for help, opening yourself up to new perspectives, fresh ideas, and invaluable support. Thank you for your incredible dedication to bringing joy into the lives of others. Keep shining your light and inspiring those around you.