Good morning, Leaders! It’s Friday!

Do you get excited about new stuff that may take time to get used to or do you prefer the worn and comfy feel of well broken in leather… like a baseball glove, a lounge chair or a satchel?

I started a new chapter this week and it has forced me to be a participant of serious Change that I’ve heralded for so long as a good thing. John Kotter breaks down the arduous process of facilitating change in his book “Leading Change” (However, I prefer the shorter version “Our iceberg is melting”). If you’re inclined to read anything I reference, I’d start with the iceberg book.

What became evident for me at the end of multiple meetings this week is just how good it feels to reengage with brilliant, caring, problem solvers. I thoroughly enjoy the personalities I’m getting to know quickly and although I may have given a poorly behaved reception to change when it was thrust on me like a bucket of ice water.

So what’s different, what’s new, what’s the big deal?

New company, new boss, new colleagues, new clients, new challenges, new opportunities, new locations, new hurdles, new perspectives, new ideas, new rules, new priorities and new appreciation for what I’ve learned and with whom I’ve been blessed to share this journey.

Have a blessed weekend!