Thank you to everyone who sent well wishes for my 18th anniversary at Robbins Brothers! Honestly, I completely forgot another year had passed until LinkedIn notifications reminded me—gotta love the automated reminders...lol.
Reflecting on nearly two decades with this incredible organization, I'm filled with gratitude for the meaningful moments and milestones. Here are some thoughts from my reflection:
😀 Before Robbins Brothers, my average tenure at a company was just three years. I followed Rose Myers to RB, trusting her judgment, and she didn’t steer me wrong. Today, there's much concern about younger generations job-hopping. Instead of dismissing them, ask why they might leave your company. When people are valued, developed, encouraged, and celebrated, they feel fulfilled and stay longer. Be a company people want to show up for.
😀 Leading and mentoring people has been a blessing. Whether someone joins your company for a career or a stopping point, invest in them while you can. When they leave, it doesn't have to be an ugly breakup. If it's better for them, wish them well and celebrate their future successes. You’ve played a part in their journey.
😀 Long-term relationships endure good times and bad. Our character is tested by adversity, conflict, surprises, and tough economic times. Standing by Robbins Brothers during challenging times proved to be growth opportunities for me. I embraced them, and we all emerged stronger and more committed.
😀 Change is inevitable. How will you contribute? As team members and leaders, we’re either part of the solution or part of the problem. It’s our individual choice.
😀 There is no such thing as neutral. We are either growing or declining. Believing we can stay neutral is our biggest challenge.
😀 Values are a universal language. Love, joy, peace, and hope are free to enjoy and spread. Regardless of age, love evokes powerful memories and emotions.
😃 What do I stand for? Be a light to others. Leadership isn’t passive; it’s a responsibility.
😃 Humility has served me more than pride. When someone tells you that you’ve hurt their feelings, listen. I’m responsible for how my words and actions make others feel. Saying, “I’m sorry you took it that way,” is a cop-out, not a genuine apology.
Thank you for sharing this journey with me, and thank you to all those who have trusted 'me' to be a part of their journey.
Chairman WECARE Insurance Broker - MBA Risk Management & Finance - International Insurance Expert + 20 years of experience
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