Change is constant

Dec 15

Heraclitus, the Greek philosopher, once said: “The only constant in life is change."

One of my middle school teachers added his own twist: "Change is hard; then we die."

Two very true quotes indicating the ubiquitous and perennial nature of change. And the sooner we learn to expect it, even embrace it; the stronger we become.

I learned the persistence and necessity of change as a child of the military. Moving from place to place, adapting to new schools (14 of them!), new friends, and new routines taught me resilience. Change wasn't optional. For me, it was a way of life during my formative years. And while it wasn't always easy, it gave me real world practice in communicating with different people as I called a new place home every two to three years. It also helped me learn how to adapt, pivot, and overcome challenges quickly as well as find stability in the midst of transition.

Fast forward to the COVID-19 pandemic, when organizations everywhere had to reinvent themselves overnight. As a communications professional, I had to rethink messaging, reimagine engagement, and lead with empathy in a time of uncertainty. I used my personal and professional experiences to help push my company forward. That season reminded me that embracing change is vital for organizations, and it made the difference between surviving and thriving.

And here we are, nearly half a decade later, and change isn't finished with us yet. Technology, workplace culture, and global challenges continue to evolve. It's happening whether we want it or not. The leaders who succeed will be those who can lean into change and see it as an opportunity.

💡Change is inevitable.

💡Adaptability is a skill.

🌟Embracing change creates opportunity.

From childhood moves to global crises to whatever's next, I look forward to conquering the next big change that's yet to come.