She got the lowest vote, and was about to go. At that time, it seems to be over for her. She wasn't surprised. Like a real sport, she started singing her 'farewell' song.
While singing – Jennifer Lopez went up the stage, "Give me that mic! This is crazy! We're using the "save." You ain't goin' home! Go sit down!"
(A "save" is a one-time privilege of the judges to keep a contestant from being eliminated – it needs to be unanimous) Randy, Steve and Jennifer agreed to use this privilege to keep her on the show.
When Seacrest asked her how she felt, Jessica responded...
"I don't expect anything. I just do what I do. Whatever happens happens, and I just want people to know that I've been working hard my entire life..."
She may have the lowest vote that night, but she got the vote of the people who mattered – the judges.
The Takeaway – Go out there. Take a risk and do your best. When it gets tough, the people who "count the most" will vouch for your work.
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WHAT I LEARNED FROM JESSICA SANCHEZ
BE AN EXTRAORDINARY PINOY
Pinoys are masters when it comes to blending in or pakikibagay.
We can easily conform and go with the flow. We are careful not to make a scene. To be called as 'one of the guys' will always be counted as a compliment. If needed, we will even exert an extra effort not to be seen as 'different'.
We try not to stand out because we are afraid to be misunderstood.
You will notice this in simple conversations. When someone compliments a person, “ang galing mo naman,” the initial response would be, “hindi naman... nahirapan nga ako eh." Instead of just saying “Thank you”, we try to be modest.
Or maybe you've had this conversation with your friend...
Friend: "Huy, ang ganda naman ng shirt mo."
You: "Divi lang yan."
Friend: "Ows?"
You: "Oo no, inutang ko lang nga yan eh!"
She didn't ask where you bought it! But somehow, you answered this way because you don't want her to think it's expensive or that you've spent for yourself.
It's the same with our work. We don't want the people around us to think that we are too good or too competitive. We'd rather wait for a go signal than take initiative because we don't want to be labeled as 'bibo'. So, we stick to the predictable. We avoid being a stand out. We conform and do only what's expected or required.
There's nothing wrong with being extraordinary.
The difference between the ordinary and extraordinary is the word 'extra'. It's through these 'extras' that you're able to contribute – uniquely. It's how you make an impact in the lives of others. It's what you bring to the table. It's what others can't offer, and only you can. It's how you differentiate yourself, in a good way.
Let your unique style add color to the big picture.
It's OK to be an extraordinary Pinoy. It's OK to stand out.
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Favorite Quote: Preparation
Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four hours sharpening the axe."
- Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States
