Transitions

Leaving an old job and starting a new one is an emotion packed transition. This is obviously true for the person making the transition, but also for those co-workers left behind.

For the person leaving there is some sadness. If you at all liked your job, it probably had a lot to do with the people who became a part of your life and who are now becoming a part of your past. One key is to keep contact and maintain friendships. Some of my better friends are people who we said goodbye to when leaving the Navy in 1992, but have been able to stay in touch with ever since.

For those left behind with a bit of a void in their lives, they should certainly feel some excitement for the person who is entering a new place with new opportunities and they should take some of the initiative to maintain the contact.

The person who has moved on, and feels some sadness from doing so, also needs to embrace the new and exciting with open arms and no sense of regret. Life is full of change and opportunity.

As you may have guessed, I am close to this topic right now. Today, one of my friends moved on and there is a void in my life. A void somewhat tempered by some pride for the professional she has become and the confidence I have in her ability to succeed at the highest level.

Good Luck Alisha. We miss you already.