Do You Love Me?

Do You Love Me? Seizing Opportunity

 Hey there, opportunity seekers and fellow music buffs! Let me hit you with a little Motown magic and a tale about seizing the moment.

Picture this: Detroit, early days of Motown, and the legendary Berry Gordy has a hot potato of a track called "Do You Love Me” (get the office dancing by playing it here!). Now, he's got stars in his eyes and envisions his newly signed, yet-to-be-discovered gems, The Temptations, turning this tune into their breakout hit.

But hold the phone! Life's a bit of a tricky dance, and sometimes the stars don't align as we plan. Berry Gordy, with the enthusiasm of a kid in a candy store, couldn't reach any of The Temptations on the phone (remember, this is the early 60’s - no cell phones!) to get them all into the studio on the double. What's a savvy music mogul to do? Well, he doesn't just sit around twiddling his thumbs; he hands that golden ticket over to another eager for a chance, fresh-faced, group, The Contours.

Guess what? Lightning strikes twice! The Contours grab "Do You Love Me" by the horns and ride it straight into the charts, scoring a top 5 hit. Now, ain't that a twist of fate? The Temptations might've missed the boat, but The Contours sure knew how to ride the wave.

So, here's the million-dollar question: How available and open are you to opportunity? Berry Gordy didn't let an unanswered phone call derail his dreams. He pivoted, tossed that opportunity to another hungry act, and watched success unfold. It's a lesson in keeping your eyes peeled, being flexible, and grabbing the chances that come your way.

Life's a stage, my friends, and sometimes you've got to ad-lib your way to stardom. Be open, be ready, and who knows, you might just find yourself belting out a chart-topper when opportunity knocks. So, are you ready to dance to the rhythm of opportunity? Now that you can dance, step lively, and let the music play!

Alan McKee

Acurata Hospice Software

https://www.acurata.us/