The Real Opportunity

Yesterday, I had a heart-to-heart talk with my boss pertaining to the ONLY hot issue in our company – my irrevocable resignation. Actually, he should have gone to UK last Wednesday for the annual vacation together with his family but upon knowing from his PA that I could not wait the time of his return and I need to leave the company before 15th of June, he instructed her to re-schedule his flight on the 20th.

I know how my boss solves the conflict in our company. I’ve been with him for almost three years now. With this length of time, I witnessed how he manage the company he formed ten years ago. He is a good boss. He treats his employees fairly. He is considerate. And above all, he is not a racist.

He started our conversation by story-telling. He recalled the moments from the time he interviewed and hired me to replace his Syrian accountant until the time I submitted my resignation. He said, “You came by visit visa. I accommodated you because I could see in your personality that you are a good accountant. And indeed, I have proven your capacity. I am happy of your performance. I treated you well and I granted all your requests. I am sad that I can’t give you the opportunity you found outside. So, I will not hold you as I am concerned of your future. If you think to leave this company will make way to financial freedom and better future for you and your family in the Philippines, I will be more happy.”

While listening to him, I felt the guilt inside. I knew what he was implying, so interrupted his “homily”. “Don’t worry, Sir! I have made my decision to stay.”

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I know I would miss the opportunity outside. But my decision to stay was the only thing in my mind. I could not sacrifice the company – I could not leave without nominating a new accountant. We did a lot of interviews and trained better applicants. We hired a Filipina by the name of Maria. I started to turn-over to her some of my responsibilities but on the 10th of June she no longer appeared. Lately, she informed me that she started her new work with her new company. Well, I could not condemn her. It’s for her future.

Now, I am trying to erase from my mind the idea of leaving my company. It’s not because I was touched by my boss’ sermon but because I have realized that the real opportunity has yet to come – an opportunity with the Lord’s blessing.

While waiting for the real opportunity, I must continue to render my services with dedication and loyalty to the company without questioning their monetary equivalent, after all, it’s the happiness that counts most, not the money.