New Job

Some of you know that I've started a new job in the last couple months. Taking time to reflect on the experience some simple truths have emerged.

(1) Relearning the same old thing a different way is far more difficult than learning it the first time.

(2) A second chance at something is the oppurtunity of a lifetime.

(3) The people you work with make it or break it.

(4) We make far too many judgements about others.

(5) Aside from people, the bottom line is still the most important.

(6) You never know what you're gonna get.

(7) Good things happen every day.

(8) Be thankful for what you have.

(9) Your effort determines your success.

(10) Changing up your lunch spot couldn't hurt.

The new position that I am in, and in the process of learning, is called a relationship manager. I work for a local bank now that has a community oriented focus. I think it is profound when you consider that the primary purpose that we exist as a buisiness is to improve the lives of everyone around us. The company I work for takes that to heart and really means it. I think that when you make people and fulfilling their needs the bottom line of business you end up with a company that is not merely a good neighbor but a partner who supports you and others. In our day and age the major focus of most banks is the numbers on the bottom line. Their corporate existence is based solely on profit. What is the biggest problem with this senario accross the board in any industry? You end up with second rate crap that you can't get service for worth a damm. That does not happen where I work. I'm proud of who I am.