#biggirljob

[buffalocrochetboutique]

Day 27: Large Afghan 🧶 As most of you know from previous posts, in 2018 I crocheted a #temperatureblanket In the beginning of the year I knew it was going to be an eventful year with graduating #nursingschool, passing the #NCLEX and getting my first #biggirljob in a hospital. I can honestly say I will probably never take on this undertaking again 🤦🏻‍♀️ 🧶 Measures 84.5in x 91.5in, contains 378 solid granny squares and used way too many skeins of yarn to count! 🧶 🧶 #Yarn: #studioclassicbynicole @acmoorecrafts Pattern: @bellacococrochet #solidgrannysquare 🧶 #crochet #crocheting #crocheter #crochetersofinstagram #crochetersofig #crochetaddict #temperatureafghan2018 #tempafghan2018 #temperatureblanket2018 #tempblanket2018 #februarychallenge #februarypostchallenge #postaday #lacigamcrafts https://www.instagram.com/p/CLzqywQLDkd/?igshid=17w2eba5ky8c9

[accidemicoffee]

I have an interview tomorrow. I'm so excited.

[wonderstruck-darling]

News 12 bound #BigGirlJob 🥳📰 (at News 12 Long Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8aEEbNH0lu/?igshid=1xm9wr6dqizg8

[ruhbacca]

Motivation to get done with the school system for awhile and get a big girl job

[sparklefreaksdesign]

#lastdayofwork #firstdayofwork #nomoreuniform #biggirljob #sparklefreaks #militarytransition #airforce #militaryretirement https://www.instagram.com/p/By07P_sleki/?igshid=18zhas475ihxx

[cathyanderson63]

Enjoy your 1st day {as a big girl} . You will be awesome. Cheers 🥂 . . . #biggirljob #newcareer @hollywerning @paigeand32 #murphybea https://www.instagram.com/p/ByP59hKgHdNQw11yEny1od4sizP88g7OiSxqYI0/?igshid=jilstjdul8e0

[crmindsallnight]

First day of my big girl job! #workselfie #sotired #firstday #work #letsdothis #biggirljob #whyisearlyathing #blurb

[sylvanajajou]

Phone Interview with CFGF CEO Isaiah Oliver

Me (M): Hey there Isaiah, I hope things have been well for you and the family. Thank you for finding the time to speak to me today.

Isaiah (I): Yeah of course, everyone is great. We're all wishing you the best in Indy too!

M: So getting right into it, something I hear a lot when talking to people about what I'm studying is "what is philanthropy?". What is philanthropy to you?

I: Most people think philanthropy is just fundraising and donating money. A lot of people like to use the definition of "donating your time, talent, and/or treasure to your community". To me philanthropy is bigger than that. It encompasses the selfless relationships we build in an effort to reshape the world to help those who need it most.

M: Wow I've never heard of it being explained that way, I love that. With philanthropy being such a nuanced field I have to wonder, how did you find out about it?

I: Honestly, I just fell into it. I was born and raised in Flint. This community is my family. It is where I wanted to raise my kids. After [my wife] Shay got pregnant we were talking about where to send our baby to school. Naturally I said they would go to Flint schools, but she argued that they weren't the best and our baby deserved the best. That's what every parent thinks, ya know? It made me think about how our child did deserve the best and so did my neighbors child and their neighbors child and all the other little boys and girls growing up in Flint. I wanted my kids to go to school in Flint like I did and have the best like they should, so I joined the school board. From there my engagement with different organizations around town grew and I started my own non-profit, The Literacy Network. It was through the Literacy Network that I got connected with the Community Foundation (CFGF). They were supporting my work and I got more involved so when they gave me the opportunity to increase my impact I took it, and now here I am.

M: That's amazing. You saw something you wanted to change and just went for it, super inspiring. So now that you've been working in the field for a while, what would you say is the biggest misconception people tend to have about philanthropy?

I: Kind of like I said earlier, people just think philanthropy is a bunch of old white dudes sitting together and making decisions about where to spend tons of money. I also think a big misconception is that you have to have a lot of money to be philanthropic.

M: What would you say a typical day at work looks like for you?

I: I haven't had a typical day since I started! Every day is completely different. I can go from in office work, lunch meetings, strategic meetings with my team, spontaneous meetings with visitors, you just never know. My work revolves around people and people are always changing so my schedule has to adapt in that same way.

M: Sounds like you'll never be bored. Can you recall a time in your career thus far where you really felt like you were making a difference?

I: My work gives me purpose. If at any point I didn't think I was being a positive light to my community, I would have to change things. With that being said, if I tried to pinpoint one really meaningful thing I'd have to say the EduCare building we funded. It is one of the highest preforming early education centers in the state and one of the few that exist in the country at this time, and it's right here in Flint.

M: That's amazing! Definitely something these kids deserve. So I can't imagine being a CEO of anything is easy. What skillsets do you think a person would need to do your job well?

I: I know people say you can't actually multitask, but in this job you have to. My mind is constantly thinking about what I'm doing, going over what I've done, and getting started on what's to come all at the same time. With how quickly things move and change around the community you have to be able to keep up. There's also a tiny bit of "It-Factor". You can be the most organized, efficient, and proactive person, but if you aren't personable and friendly, if people can't connect with you, they won't want to connect to your cause.

M: So we've highlighted some amazing parts of your work, but what would you say is your favorite part of the job?

I: I'm a people person. I thrive when I'm collaborating. I don't think theres another job that exists that better blends my passions and strengths.

M: Fair enough. On that note, what would you say is your least favorite part of your job?

I: Hmm, let me think. I don't want to get myself in trouble! I guess if I had to pick something I'd say it can be kind of exhausting to always be seen as Isaiah Oliver, CEO of CFGF and not just Isaiah Oliver, cool dude with the sick sneakers, haha. I'm just so immersed in the community in a ton of different ways that sometimes I have to remind myself to just be a part of everything on a personal level.

M: I can only imagine the social battery you must have! One last question because I know we're running out of time here, where do you see the world of philanthropy going in the next 10 years?

I: Man if I knew that I'd be running things! But really, these days with the countries political climate and the impact the media has on shining light on injustices, what has become the clearest to me is the mobilization of youth activists. Kids your age, and even younger are really standing up and getting themselves a seat at really big tables. I think you have more of an answer to that question than I do.

M: Thank you so much for talking with me today. Everything you've said really widened my perspective and helped me understand what I'm hoping to get myself into soon.

I: Any time, and good luck with your studies. We can't wait to have you back in Flint.

[tizzie-lizzie]

It had long since come to my attention that people of accomplishment rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things. . . . . . . . #icandothis #biggirljob #corporate #corporatefashion #wecandothis #leonardodavinci #quotes #positivevibes #positivementalattitude #pma #pmajacksepctieye #worklife #innerbeauty #confidenceiskey

[kariginsburg]

A little purple. A little orchid. A little blue. #halfunicorn #biggirljob #pratpartners #sofancy (at PR at Partners Old Town)

[paperwhale42]

I'm so so so proud of you!! You did it and you've done it amazingly, I'm glad to have been witness to this part of the adventure, you got this 😜😊👊 ❤ #biggirljob #bestie #proud #graduate #youvegotthis #amazing #OT

[tinkereyz]

Saw my. Baby squirrel for lunch while in ft laud interviewing. Nice office. Corner w a window #biggirljob (at Broward County, Florida)

[katebo]

Ain't no shame in my florida game 🌴🌻🌊 #LeaseSigned #BigGirlJob #EnergySales #Broker #HootHoot #TwoJobsNeverHurt #HootersOnTheBeach #ModelLife #BeachLife (at St Pete Bch)

[graffitibird]

Step into my office 📇 #work #biggirljob #adulting #day20 #picturesforayear

[sasherz]

I had a dream, that one day I would work at Kapiolani Medical Center as a Registered Nurse. Today that dream became a reality. 🙌🏼 New year, new job, new feels, same goals, same girl. #biggirljob #firstdayfeels #ifinallymadeit #hellofromtheotherunit #illmissyouMBCU #pinktowhitebadge #goodbyesociallife

[sparklefreaksdesign]

Getting the first post uniform pedicure for the next job where I'll be able to wear open toe shoes. #nomorecombatboots #nomoreuniform #biggirljob https://www.instagram.com/p/BynSO4GFneP/?igshid=xvlvdrzzcc1s