Friends, I’m going to start this preamble with an important PSA.
If you have Netflix….
Run….DON’T WALK…..
Find a comfy place your couch ASAP….like right now.
Get the 🍿 and a 🥤
And watch…..Trainwreck: Poop Cruise 💩🛳️
Trust me, this is why you pay for your streaming services.
Thank me later.
Now, on to the other important 💩….
We've all been in those meetings.
You know, the ones where people nod and make grand plans while sticky notes pile up but nothing really happens.
But there’s always that one person….
They are the ones scribbling furiously or typing away when half the group is checking their phones. That person is a rare breed: they don’t just talk about getting things done, they actually make it happen.
Imagine your inbox on a Friday afternoon: emails screaming deadlines and deliverables. Then someone drops in with a calm “Let’s make this happen” attitude.
No excuses.
They are probably a girl who gets up early.
They are probably a guy who stays up late.
They have uninterrupted prosperity.
They are the ones who are using a machete, to cut through red tape.
These people (commonly mistaken with the “Get 💩 Done” folks, which is a slightly different animal) have an energy that's almost annoying until you realize how much you need it.
They’re not flashy or the most polished or trying to steal the spotlight with fancy PowerPoint tricks.
In fact, they might sneak out of a two-hour “synergy” session just to tackle a real problem. They just like rolling up their sleeves, not stirring the pot of corporate buzzwords.
Think of them like superheroes – not the cape-wearing kind, but the ones who show up when it counts. They answer urgent texts at 2am, not for kudos but just to close the loop before sunrise.
To them, tasks aren't locked treasure chests needing a key; they’re puzzles to solve. They Make It Happen and they have an inner fire that doesn’t quit. They thrive on problem-solving and deadlines, even when the rest of the team panics.
Why is being known as one of these doers so valuable?
Because in a world full of talkers, the true currency is action.
People trust them.
When they say they'll handle something, you can stop worrying.
Okay, keeping it real, Friends: being the MIH person isn’t always fun.
It means sometimes you feel compelled to be the one volunteering to do the grunt work or staying late when others push stuff off. It might mean explaining that while others debate trivial details, you’ve already made the calls to keep things on track.
But here’s the thing: EVERYONE wants that person on their team when it really counts. When the chips are down, you want someone like that in your corner.
And let’s not forget – when you’re known as the MIH person, you’re coasting on your own momentum. Every success adds up.
Eventually it becomes easier to say yes to new challenges because you've already done it before. Others will tell you why something can’t be done; you have the track record showing how it was done. It’s powerful.
Of course, not everyone chooses to be a MIH person — it takes a certain personality. But it can be learned.
One day you just say:
“This deadline will get met, even if I have to juggle chainsaws.”
Once you treat tasks like adventure quests instead of chores, you'll notice you not only get stuff done, but enjoy it more. Your workday becomes a highlight reel instead of a grind.
Some people will try to tell you why you can't or shouldn’t.
Trust me, that’s normal. People like to protect their comfort zones.
But consider this: the world’s most memorable accomplishments rarely came from someone asking politely if it’s okay. They came from people barging ahead, saying “I don’t give a f^ck” and then getting there. They pave the road for others to follow.
In the end, being the one who makes it happen isn't just a role — it’s a rep you build. It's about quietly saving everyone’s day and not bragging about it. It's about knowing that when things go sideways (and they will), your team will remember who stepped up and delivered.
One day you might be sipping coffee while someone asks why deadlines never scare you.
The answer will be obvious: you are a MIH person. You’ve already conquered every last one….
So, what are you waiting for? Put your phone down and go make something happen!
XOXO
Dave
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