He who chases 2 rabbits catches none. I love that quote and refer to it often. I need to, because I do love an exciting new challenge or adventure and I have an unhealthy need to prove that ‘I can do that’.

As I sit down, before my butt can even hit the seat, he says, ‘Hi Nina, per your contract, we are releasing you without cause, effectively immediately”. My mind thinks, ‘It sounds like he’s been practicing that sentence’ before it registers what he actually said. Then, my mind starts racing.

Who remembers those old metal merry-go-rounds? I lived in Florida in elementary school, and that metal surface would burn my butt through my shorts and fry the back of my legs.

Usually, we jumped on while it was moving slowly, and then it got faster and faster, kids would sling off into the dirt, and one man was left standing! It was the daily playground battle to stay on and go faster?

"You spend most of your time in your head... make it a nice place to be"

I like that quote. It's a reminder to be mindful of our thoughts because they become our reality. I think we need that reminder this time of year.

This time of year can be difficult, and our thoughts can make it worse.

I know ‘hate’ is a strong word, but haven’t we pivoted enough? When we are sitting in a meeting and that word comes up, many of us have visceral reactions. Our brains light up, heart rates increase, stomachs turn and our resolve sort of deflates. Not again, are you f*ckn kidding me.

Most of us want to set ambitious targets. We are thinking about personal and financial aspirations. We have a burning desire to make an impact on our lives and the lives of those we love, maybe even impact the planet. And guess what? That's precisely how success is created – by setting audacious goals and relentlessly pursuing them.

Resilience is the secret weapon that empowers individuals to not just survive but thrive during change in the workplace. In today's ever-evolving professional landscape, Grit and Persistence won’t cut it. You can’t just double down or go harder. Being resilient is a valuable skill.

Change is an inevitable part of life, and nowhere is this truer than in the workplace. From new leadership to restructured teams, and technological advancements to shifts in company culture, change can manifest in various ways.