“How are you, Moriah?” the CEO’s voice boomed through the phone.
Moriah’s heart raced. She hadn’t expected a call from the company’s CEO after resigning. “I’m doing well, thank you,” she replied, trying to keep her composure.
“I heard about your resignation, Moriah,” the CEO continued. “And I must say, I was quite surprised. You’ve been an invaluable asset to this company for over three decades.”
Moriah’s cheeks flushed with a mixture of embarrassment and gratitude. She had expected her resignation to go unnoticed, but here was the CEO acknowledging her contributions.
“I’m calling to offer you something, Moriah,” the CEO said, his tone turning serious. “I understand your reasons for resigning, but I believe the company would be losing a tremendous talent if you were to leave.”
Moriah’s heart skipped a beat. Was the CEO offering her a chance to return to her position?
“I’d like to offer you a new role, Moriah,” the CEO continued. “One where you can continue to lead and contribute to the company in a way that suits your needs and preferences.”
Moriah’s eyes widened in surprise. She hadn’t expected such an offer. “I don’t know what to say,” she stammered, her mind racing with possibilities.
“Take your time to think about it, Moriah,” the CEO said reassuringly. “But know that your expertise and leadership are highly valued here. We would be honored to have you continue to be a part of our team.”
Overwhelmed with emotion, Moriah thanked the CEO and ended the call. As she sat in her living room, surrounded by her grandchildren, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of pride and fulfillment. Despite the challenges she had faced, her years of dedication and hard work had not gone unnoticed.
With renewed determination, Moriah made a decision. She would accept the CEO’s offer and return to the company, not just for herself, but for all the other women who had been told they were too old to lead. She would prove that age was just a number, and that experience and expertise were invaluable assets in any workplace. And as she prepared to embark on this new chapter of her career, Moriah felt a sense of excitement and anticipation for the challenges and opportunities that lay ahead.
