What View is Out of Your Window?
Angela Wick
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As the wildfires burn in southern California (about a 90 min drive from where I live), it's a heavy week. My aunt, whose neighborhood has burned, yet strangely her senior condo building is unscathed! What is it about this building that kept it from catching fire? Could all buildings have these same attributes? She can't go home likely for weeks due to the neighborhood infrastructure and utilities not in service and ongoing emergency efforts. But, what hit me this morning was, even when she goes back home, what view would she have out her window? 100% burned, and charred cityscape...so sad! How will my aunt cope with this horrific view out her windows for months (maybe years) to come?
As I get back into my work on a today after a heavy week, I am reminded of the following themes we are at odds with each day in our professional lives:
As we forge our way into 2025, let's keep our adaptability, resilience, and mindset in full view. Let's work to be honest with ourselves about how we are consciously, and unconsciously, viewing our world. Our mindsets can strongly drive our behavior. Let's ask ourselves what we are doing to keep our mindsets healthy, which in turn, will help others as we spread good vibes to others.
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1 个月The "what's out your window" analogy emphasizes the importance of reviewing our perceptions and mindsets. In the dynamic years leading up to 2025, nurturing mental well-being and adaptability is vital for both personal and professional advancement. I'm particularly eager about an upcoming LinkedIn Live series on AI tools for business analysts, as it aptly addresses the transformative nature of our field.