Anthony J. Mangiarelli | Kahn, Litwin, Renza & Co. Ltd.
Partner, director of Enterprise Services Group
I have found that inspiration can come from a variety of places – even situations of great hardship. I recall a discussion with a family member who had lost several members of their immediate family within a short period of time. In a situation of such devastation, I wondered how they could continue to move forward surrounded by so much uncertainty and adversity. The answer was straightforward and powerful – optimism.
In a year unimaginable for most and an environment where uncertainty is common, one may not even realize the questions to ask or where to go for assistance. Our first inquiry to any organization is – have you been so focused on survival that you are missing an opportunity to prosper?
Rather than an organization merely enduring these days, the focus should be learning how to thrive in the face of adversity, while developing a team that is trusting and inspired.
Existing leaders whose formal education ended years ago have been forced to learn new skills while enduring a year of negativity.
Remember that team members are, and have been, watching, learning and ready to contribute when given the opportunity.
It’s important to have trust in your advisers, as success requires everyone’s assistance and ideas. Challenges lead to innovation and failures lead to a determination to succeed.
Our team at KLR has allowed us to thrive in the face of adversity because we hold on to the belief that things will always get better.
As we plan for 2021 and beyond, one word comes to mind – optimism!