What happened to your plant?

Did it die? My plant was dying.

My daughter gave me this plant as a gift. I have had it for several years and it had been doing awesome.

But recently, something changed, even though the plant was watered regularly as usual, and I gave it a lot of love and attention. Sadly, it was not doing well. The leaves turned brown and fell one by one. I was very sad I might not be able to save it.

Until one day, someone told me through during video conference “I think it needs some sun!” Really?! This wasn’t the type of plant that I expected to be needing sun. I assumed that it can live anywhere, even in the dark. It had done well for the past several years, why needing sun now? But I am willing to give it a try out of desperation.

Then miracle happened. New leaves grew out, leaves grew bigger, the plant is getting taller and healthier, within a short few days.

Here's my real point, leaders and team members alike: what worked in the past doesn't always translate. Your star performer might be feeling stuck, like a wilting plant. Maybe they need a new challenge, a different environment, or just a metaphorical dose of sunshine. ☀️

And team members, don't be afraid to advocate for your own growth! If you're feeling stagnant, figure out what's missing. Don't just settle for surviving, you deserve to flourish! ✨

Sometimes all it takes is a little change to bring something back to life. Whether it's a plant or a career, don't be afraid to adjust the light!

#leadership #growthmindset #careerdevelopment