Changes. Being the new guy…I think it’s a tough role and it’s one I played over and over again as a child – moving a lot because of my dad’s job.
When Wynne and I chatted with the wonderful Mark Petruska in this week’s podcast, I remembered there’s joy to be found when we step into new territory. Mark’s openness to try…to explore… is an eyes-wide open attitude I’d like to bottle and sell.
Curiosity, authenticity and enthusiasm can go a long way when you’re unsure of yourself. That dreaded oof feeling – not knowing if you’re making a good impression…wondering if you’ll be liked…can put a damper on good intentions.
Ch-ch-ch-changes can conjure insecurity…
I tend to go overboard if I’m staring down too much “new” at once. I slip into overdrive; my irksome personality setting which resembles a babble-a-thon.
Not Mark. He shares his insight about embracing new surroundings, new colleagues, while keeping the natural fears about new systems, protocols and procedures in check.
You’ll love learning from Mark and you might become more enthusiastic about ch-ch-ch-changes as a result. Inspiration from Mark and David Bowie – both? A great combo, I say. Or as Mark said,
“Find your passion and don’t settle.”
Vicki 😉
Search (and subscribe!) for Sharing the Heart of the Matter on Apple, Amazon, Spotify or Pocket Casts OR Listen to on Anchor Episode 65: How to Be the New Guy with Mark Petruska
Transcript for Episode 65 of the podcast
Links for this Episode:
Episode 65: How to Be the New Guy with Mark Petruska on Anchor
Mark’s blog (newly redesigned and looking great!): Mark My Words
Some of the posts we reference in this podcast:
- What comes around, comes around. – Mark My Words (markpetruska.com)
- Job-hopping saved my life. – Mark My Words (markpetruska.com)
- Leslie Knope is my spirit animal. – Mark My Words (markpetruska.com)
Other podcasts with Mark:
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