Transitions
April 25, 2011 at 6:17 am Written Impact 2 comments
Sarah Crock
Whether we like it or not, transitions are a fact of life.
I am experiencing three transitions in my life right now–one in my personal life and two in my professional life.
Our daughter Sarah, age 21, who is trying to make a career as a professional ballerina, is moving back home for the summer.
She danced with Nevada Ballet in Las Vegas for a year and prior to that she danced with Pacific Northwest Ballet in Seattle.
We are looking forward to spending time with her before she transitions into her next ballet position. This is a very happy transition and I plan to take full advantage of this unexpected time we get to spend together.
Written Impact is also in a state of transition as Gina Bericchia, writer and social media manager, has recently accepted a new position.
Gina Bericchia
I have mixed feelings about this transition. While I am happy for Gina and this exciting next step in her career, I am also very sad as I will miss her both personally and professionally. I am grateful for her friendship and her dedication to serving our clients over the last year. I wish her all the best as she transitions into her new role.
And that brings me to transition number three–what’s next for me–the WI business owner?
Will I hire someone new or will I re-groove back into the writing and creative work full force with our current clients … instead of trying to grow the business by adding new staff and new clients?
Quite honestly, I think I know how this transition will unfold, but I am taking some time, thought and practicing a little patience (not easy for me) while I examine business goals and priorities. Even more importantly, I am tuning in to what I truly enjoy about this business and how I can best serve our clients. ~Lori
How do you feel about transitions? Is there a way to make life and work transitions easier?
Entry filed under: Business, Communication, Inspiration, Life, Marketing. Tags: Business, Gina Bericchia, Lori Crock, marketing, written impact.
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Thomas Snide | April 29, 2011 at 1:00 pm
I have an extraordinarily talented friend who started a design firm that became wildly successful, giving the appearance that she was on top of the world. However she was actually unhappy because she wasn’t focusing on her original passion, and was managing instead.
That was mid-1990s. I remember learning that lesson from her. Stick to doing what you love and the rewards will be far greater than any notoriety or financial windfall.
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Lori Crock | April 29, 2011 at 2:41 pm
Thanks Tom — I appreciate your support and advise!