Introduction When you join a new company, someone will probably tell you, “Don’t worry. Just take some time to settle in.” It sounds like good advice. After all, starting a new job can be overwhelming. There are new people, processes, systems, expectations, and ways of working. Naturally, you need time to understand your surroundings. But there is a problem with the “settle in” mindset. If you spend your first few months simply waiting to feel comfortable, you may lose the most valuable period of your transition. Your first 90 days are not just a period for settling in. They are a period for learning, building relationships, creating credibility, and understanding how you can make an impact. Why “Just Settle In” Can Hold You Back When people are told to settle in, they often become passive. They attend meetings, complete assigned tasks, observe what others are doing, and wait for someone to tell them what they should focus on. There is nothing wrong with observing. In ...
Introduction When Alexander the Great was on his deathbed, he did not speak about his victories. He did not reflect on the vast empire he had built or the power he once held. Instead, he spoke about something far more important — his exit from this world. This is what makes his story so powerful. A man who conquered kingdoms and commanded armies chose to leave behind a message that had nothing to do with success as the world defines it. He gave three unusual instructions for his funeral. At first, they seemed strange, even confusing. But hidden within them was a truth so simple and so deep that most people spend their entire lives ignoring it. The Message Behind the Wealth Alexander asked for his wealth to be scattered along the path to his grave. Gold, silver, and precious treasures — everything he had accumulated — was to be laid out for the world to see. Why would someone so powerful want this? The message was clear. Everything yo...