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Change is Good: 5 Reasons I Rearranged My Office

By December 27, 2009May 18th, 2011Change, Encouragement, Leadership, Life Plan


 

I rearranged my office this weekend.  It wasn’t a whim.  Those that know me know I’m not wired very much for spur of the moment decisions.  This office makeover was definitely purposeful.

Here are a few of the reasons for changing my office:

  1. I am expecting 2010 to be a huge year at Grace Community Church.  It may require sacrifice of me and others.  The office change is a visual picture of my willingness to embrace the changes to come.
  2. One of my chief initiatives for the new year is to improve my communication with the staff.  The office change puts my desk against the wall, rather than in the middle of the room.  I have removed a barrier between me and the person I am meeting with at the time.  I will now have to turn my back to my computer and will be better at giving my full attention to others.
  3. I get bored easily when things remain the same.  I needed a change to pump my enthusiasm.
  4. I know in advance I will be working harder this year.  I wanted more pictures of my family in my office, so I don’t loose focus of what is most important in life.
  5. I plan to hit the ground running in January, and there will be little time to rearrange furniture.

This may seem like a simple change to you, but to me it’s a significant example of the days ahead.

What do you need to change in order to achieve all the plans God has for you in 2010? This week is a great week to dream about changes you may need to make in the coming year.

(I spoke about the subject of change this Sunday, you can listen HERE.)

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I'm changing what I file. I'm tired of filing away things that I'll never use, so I'm praying for discernment before I file. I'm also changing my perspective on challenges--embracing them rather than fearing them--which means I'm ready for adventure!
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That's a good thought Dawn. I do the same thing. I file things away too quickly, then you have the hassle of going through them again when the files get too full. Better to make the decision on the front end. I love challenges, so I've made that change! :)

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That's it Im movin my desk !! :)
1 reply · active 798 weeks ago
Live big Lindsey! Move the chair too!
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Lori Graham · 798 weeks ago

it's looks as if you are missing one picture....it had some pink in it.
Happy New Year!!
1 reply · active 798 weeks ago
Lori, it's on the stand behind the visitor's chair on the right. I have it on "display".
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Scott Enriquez · 798 weeks ago

Hey buddy. Nice office... I'm getting one too this year (got a promotion)..
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