I have had a rough 10 days.

I was informed that my position was being eliminated and that it was time to begin a job search.  I have learned so much from this experience.

First, I did not default into the Victim role.  Totally shocked by this.  I aligned with the Creator role from the beginning, yes this required energy, and I deliberately maintained a positive attitude.

Second, during a transition meeting yesterday with the university President  (a really good guy) said he now wanted to discuss retaining me in the organization.  This story is not over, but I could end up in a better position.

Any success that occurs going forward is due entirely to maintaining a Creator attitude and positive mindset.  So powerful.

I have attached an article by Shirli Kopelman from the Ross School of Business that I love and a recent WSJ article on the benefit of rejection.

All the best over the Holidays
Frank