It’s Done.

After months of procrastination, I finally resigned.

A lot of people ask me if I am excited for my new role. I think I have only just realised how tired I am.

I spent the past 8 months trying to instil drive. And find drive.

I work because I enjoy work. It gives me a sense of purpose. I am behind creating something which helps people in one way or another. I have become the driver for helping my peers deliver their passion.

But, it’s amazing how disrespect changes your outlook.

There are two things which are major to my work-life:

• Disrespect
• Unfairness

I do not cope with these. I think I SHOULD NOT have to cope with these at all. You ask why? I say why should I? The fundamental principle of being is to be respectful of others. Unfortunately, people forget that there is a fine line between having a different opinion to being disrespectful.

We also forget that it’s very hard to create a fair environment. But we should equally reward those who are genuinely trying to push people forward.

Being in a people leader role, my first responsibility is my people.

I work very hard to create working relationships. I am genuinely interested in helping people grow. I will goto lengths to spend time with those who show the slightest of interest.

I think this is what leadership is about. You learn a tremendous amount by listening. I am still learning to listen better. And actually shut down the voices in my head when I am listening. This. Is. Hard.

I am sad to lose my team. I work with some inspiring individuals who speak to me like friends rather than a manager. I think that’s victory.

I faced all sorts of challenges in my first role as a manager. And a lot of rewards too.

The biggest reward for me, by far, was when I enabled a peer to do public speaking. They had a big fear of this (as most people do). But they did not let this fear stop them. In the end, I just provided a platform. Everything else was done by them. #proudmama

I hope I manage to create some continuity before I leave the building.

Leaders need to understand

Leaders eat last. People come first.