Once upon a time I worked with a group of professionals at a company going through a reorganization. Change like that is often difficult: old habits can die hard and spawn doubt and anxiety. In times like that, it helps to have a plan, it’s smart to be curious, it’s good to be straight forward and transparent, and it’s advantageous to be fearless. But let’s face it: it’s hard to go through changes – big or small, and those who do best in those kinds of situations feel the fear and proceed anyway. They’re open to new ideas, difficult challenges, and real choices; they’re aware of other’s perceptions and interested in other’s suggestions; and they’re always looking for ways to collaborate with others. It’s not very productive to try something new unless you’re really committed to creating something more. Coaching people like this is exciting: they’re anxious to talk about new options and opportunities, they’re interested in continuous learning and growth, and they stretch to peer over the horizon to see what’s coming next. Reorganizations can be as large as enterprise wide or as small as personal practices. Either way: don’t be afraid step up to the plate and put your best professional foot forward today.
Susan Jeffers (1938 – 2012): American psychologist and author of self-help literature
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