Change is inevitable, and no change more so than the change of seasons. Nature reminds us of the beauty of letting go and making space for new growth. We invite you to embrace this transition by reflecting on your goals. What will you release to make room for growth this season?
We’re a few days from the start of fall in the U.S., when nature reminds us of the rhythm of life. This is the time of harvest, when the sweltering heat of summer slowly turns to the cozy coolness of autumn. The days get shorter, the sun rises later, and the leaves abandon their green for shades of red and gold and brown.
Change, in this way, feels natural, and we greet it with an air of familiarity and anticipation. A friend we recognize, but who looks different each time we see them.
That’s not always the case for how change can feel in other aspects of our lives. But the transition from one season to the next gives us perspective on how to use these moments. It offers us an opportunity to pause, to reflect, to check in. We can take this time to recalibrate and set our sights on what truly matters for the journey ahead. Much like the trees that shed their leaves to make way for new growth, we must be willing to let go of what no longer serves us so we can focus on what will carry us forward.
At Leadership Circle, we encourage leaders to step into seasons of transition with intentionality. What do you need to let go of to create space for something greater? What practices will help you stay grounded as the world around you shifts?
As the fall unfolds, take time to think about your goals and how they align with both your personal and professional aspirations. Whether you’re refining a leadership strategy, deepening your relationships, or making room for innovation, the key is to be intentional and adaptive, just as nature—and this change of seasons—demonstrates.
-Bill Adams, Co-Founder & CEO
About: Bill loves people and is passionate about relationships, leadership, and business. He is a serial entrepreneur who has started, owned and sold multiple businesses. As a founder and the current CEO of Leadership Circle, Bill brings thirty years of experience to his clients – the CEOs of major Fortune 500 corporations, non-profits, and private equity start-ups. In addition, Bill co- authored “Mastering Leadership” and “Scaling Leadership.” As a trusted advisor, teacher, consultant, and coach, he works with CEOs and top teams in fulfilling the promise of leadership.
