My new AD said this - Change is about the ONLY constant thing in our organization.
Just a few weeks back, my AD said that he's leaving. Soon, in a couple of days, he will be leaving.
The first time I met him, he just got out of his car that's parked along the road near my office. My friend then told me - That's our boss. I was astounded. He was clad in berms, sandals and a normal polo top. I thought - COOL! That's my boss-to-be (I started as an intern). In the first meeting with him, he told me this (paraphrased again), "Sandra, I am sure you have your reasons for doing a career switch and I believe that God has called you into this line. I am a Christian too, by the way. When I first knew that you were Engineering trained, I have my doubts if you could make it as a Social Worker." I interferred, "What made you change your mind?" He replied, "Your covering letter and your resume made the difference. Your opening statement - "Just a slight intro of myself to get it going". I thought it was warm and friendly. Not like an Engineer."
Well, then on, me and boss had our ups and downs. There were times when we don't see eye to eye. There were times when I didn't exactly feel like talking to him. There were times when I was frustrated that I didn't get the full supervision which I really long for YET on the other hand, I know that I am in an organization that... well... doesn't have clinical supervision. Lots of interesting ups and downs on the overall. But at the end of it, I am still thankful to him as he was, afterall, my supervisor. His comments to me and on me were very encouraging. Times when I flopped, he encouraged me on with a positive outlook. Best part - He's the first boss who's my age. Haaaa... (I flipped when I realised that!)
Indeed, change is about the only constant thing in our life.
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