Made it!
Today marks three months since I started my new role post-EAP.
And it’s been a good three months on balance.
It’s always challenging starting in a new place.
There are questions to consider:
“Which Simon do I present”?
“When do I share my deep love of Toto and Level 42”?
“Should I bring my hot sauce in to the office?
You know, the usual.
I think I’ve navigated it all ok. I’ve settled in, I know what I’m doing and I like to think I’m making a positive difference. My new colleagues are great.
It’s been interesting tracking changes as a result of my move. The most obvious aligns with health – my stress level has dropped tangibly. My blood pressure has dropped. My resting heart rate has dropped.
My GP is so pleased with me. (Yes, I do seek approval where I can!)
I also have the headspace to exercise (I’m still not a huge fan), to reconnect with people I’ve not really seen for some time. It’s been great.
I’ve enjoyed my new public transport requirement.
This was one of my concerns about finishing up at my previous role – I had a work vehicle and car park in the city.
So, not having a car, not having to pay for parking, for fuel, insurance, maintenance … all the things … means I’m saving $.
Auckland Transport is my friend – it does seem to work for me.
Uber is my friend.
And Mevo is my friend. Actually, do check out Mevo. They’ve created something super-cool.
So, onwards and upwards. Here’s to the next three months.
^SJD^