There is Light at the End of the Tunnel – And It Is Not the Headlights of A Train
Karen Leland
Award Winning Agency ? CEO & Personal Branding ? Company Rebranding ? INC.Com Columnist ? TEDx Speaker ? YPO Resource ? Current MLA Harvard ? HBR Advisory Council
Ever since Covid upended our world, I've found myself more consistently wondering where certain paths will lead. At various points in my personal and professional journey, I often can't even see the light at the other end of the tunnel.
But through these experiences, I've learned a valuable lesson: when uncertainty looms large, the key is to keep moving forward, one step at a time, always focusing on taking the next right action.
This approach has become my north star. It's not about having all the answers or a clear vision of the final destination. Instead, it's about trusting the process and believing in my ability to adapt and grow. Inevitably, there comes a point where the fog begins to lift. The path forward becomes clearer, and what once seemed like a jumble of disconnected steps reveals itself as a coherent journey.
It's a reminder that growth often happens in the spaces between our plans - in the detours, the unexpected challenges, and the moments of doubt. By staying committed to forward motion, even when the end game isn't clear, we build resilience, adaptability, and a capacity for innovation that serves us well in all aspects of life.