This document discusses the journey to becoming a contributor. It identifies four building blocks of being a contributor: shifting from seeing oneself as a victim to being the creator of one's own destiny, accepting the ideal of contributorship, taking full responsibility for one's own development, and reflecting on one's development to enable growth. It advocates stepping outside one's comfort zone to progress on this journey. The document also discusses the importance of enlightened self-interest, where a contributor finds ways to benefit themselves as well as others. Examples are provided of focusing on team success rather than just personal gains. The conclusion emphasizes understanding other people's work and feelings, not just focusing on one's own.