Embracing Seasons of Transition
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So many people I know are in a period of Transition.
Wendy is in the midst of launching her exciting new Children’s Blog Network. I am in the midst of getting my feet under me in my new role as General Manager and several new authors are settling in on their blogs here on the network.
My son Sean (the handsome young dude to the right) just finished his last homeschool course, took a new job and will be starting classes at Lansing Community College in just over a month so he is experiencing his own season of transition.
As an Internet Marketer, I feel like I’ve always been in some level of constant change. The internet is not a static thing. Everything is growing and new ideas are developing every day. It is my job (and yours) to keep a finger on the pulse and be ready to move when a move is called for.
Do You Enjoy Change?
I have always been excited by change. Everything from rearranging furniture to changing the color or style of my hair to revamping an entire website or taking on a new project. Change is so stimulating! Because I enjoy change, my world is constantly growing.
Or Do You Fear Change?
I have a good friend who fears change. She has not changed one iota in all the years I’ve known her. Not only does she not embrace new ideas, she gets upset when others do. Because she fears change, her world is shrinking year after year.
You Must Embrace Your Seasons of Change
Truly, if we’re going to experience the success we crave, we have to not just accept transition – we have to embrace it as a welcome friend.
I have asked several of my good friends and mentors, people who have helped me roll with the punches and learn valuable lessons from sometimes uncomfortable situations, to come here to Sparkplugging as a Guest Blogger in the next few weeks. Each one will bring a message about transition in business. I believe these posts will inspire you to look forward to your next season of transition.
The first post, from my good friend Alice Seba, is coming tomorrow 
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I am not one who fears change, I know it’s inevitable. But lately, there has been a bit too much change in my life and I’m looking forward to having a routine again.
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I don’t fear change, but sometimes I don’t enjoy it. It can be painful or just difficult. Luckily, most of the time, I am thrilled for the new and different. Guess it comes from my questioning nature.
Carrie, I like my routine, too, but it is nice to be jarred out of it now and then.
Change can be exciting. I don’t do well with sudden changes or things that are out of my control but trying something new in business or learning about a new technology gets the ol’ brain working better.
Christina Lemmeys last blog post..Finding Your Motivation to Succeed
In my opinion change can be good or bad. If we change just to change we can sometimes miss out on what could have developed after the dip. If we don’t change just to not change, we miss out on new opportunities that present themselves.
Knowing when to change is one of the most important skills you have to develop as a business owner.
Thought provoking post!
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Change is important. I’m going through a lot of that right now and I look forward to the growth that brings.
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Unfortunately, with the constant evolution of technology, it’s almost *required* to embrace change. Else you’ll be left behind, I’m afraid.
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Change IS inevitable! It seems like something is always changing and we either learn to roll with the punches or get beat up in the process… Some changes I’m more readily to accept, while I struggle with others. Great reminder that we need to stay open to the great things that change brings…
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One of the reasons that I love freelancing so much is because of the fact that things are always changing. My weeks never look the same, and it keeps me from getting bored and stagnant. Still, change can be a scary thing, and I just love the way you put it: “Truly, if we’re going to experience the success we crave, we have to not just accept transition – we have to embrace it as a welcome friend.”
Perfect!
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I must admit change can be scary, but the only way to overcome it is to look it straight in the eye and overcome it. I am set to start a new venture here on the 18th, only one short week away. I have some more research to do this week and some marketing strategies to implement, but as it looks now … it is set to go Monday. I appreciate your thoughts on empowerment, it is something we all need, no matter how brave a soul we are. I will look in over the coming weeks to check out your guest bloggers thoughts on the subject.
Things do not change; we change. – a quote by Henry David Thoreau
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In the words of C.S. Lewis: “Faith… is the art of holding on to things your reason once accepted, despite your changing moods.”
Faith is an all powerful resource. We need it to heal our body, mind, and soul. We need it to inspire us to get up every day and do the things we must to survive.
Faith without it — what are we?
Gratis Goodys last blog post..Where can I find Private Label Right or Resales right on ebooks, topics on early childhood cultivation?