You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take. ~Wayne Gretszky
A couple of years ago, a friend forwarded me a-once-in-a lifetime opportunity. It was perfect and I knew that without a doubt, I was the perfect candidate. To apply, I had to submit 5 essays.So I crafted my first 2 essays, then I refined, tweaked, checked and rechecked my essays. I was focused on crafting the perfect essay. The only problem is I missed the deadline. OUCH! That hurt! They didn’t even get a chance to meet me. I didn’t even get a shot. When I saw the quote above on Lara Casey’s website, I incorporated it into my life philosophy.
Two nights ago while walking around my neighborhood, I photographed a soccer game. I played soccer in high school and religiously watch World Cup Soccer, so I’m a bit of a soccer fiend, and it was hard to sit on the sidelines and not be in the game. Even harder when I’d see a player with an opportunity to take a shot: would he take it or would he dribble and pass the ball missing his chance to score?
I definitely understand how fear and uncertainty can paralyze someone. I’ve made mistakes and learned from them, and I know for sure that no matter what happens, the risk is always worth it.
In the end, you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take. So take the shot!
