May all the dreamers go forth
April 4, 2009
Congratulations to all the finalists in the “Name Your Dream Assignment” photographer’s competition. There will only be one cash winner, but I hope others keep going on their dream ideas. Many of these ideas do not require a $50K cash prize to accomplish.
I was heartened and inspired by the ideas, the comments, and the professionalism that came forth from this. My idea (“Shooting Without Guns,” Afghanistan) ended up at 58th, which was far better than I expected to do having entered only on March 27.
It was a real testament to networking. Having to campaign for the votes put me back in touch with many colleagues that I had not heard from or written to in a long time. I’ve been away from overseas work, and this dream contest made me realize how much I want to go back.
The comments were very moving. I made many new contacts, too. And best of all, I got three job offers to go back to Afghanistan because of this contest.
I hope that all of those who are sincere about their dreams will now work diligently to find the way to pursue them. There is ALWAYS a way.
You can read about my idea and see all the comments by following the link here
The top 100 are here
