Embracing Change:

IWhen people ask me where I am from, I always hesitate. My dad was a colonel in the Air Force, and our family moved every three years. I lived in Asia, Europe, and across the United States, from the west coast to the east. With each move, the change was heartbreaking and exciting at the same time. Saying goodbye to close friends was painful, and the uncertainty of making new ones was daunting. The idea of calling one place home and growing up with the same familiar faces seemed so foreign yet appealing. I often felt I was “missing out.”

Years later, as an adult, I was able to look back and see the benefits of all this change. I learned to adapt quickly and make friends easily with people from diverse backgrounds, and beliefs. With each move I learned about the history and the culture of the new area in more ways than I would have just as a tourist. In some places, I even learned a foreign language. While I once complained about having to move so often, I recently sat with my aging father and thanked him for showing me the world. Looking back, I came to appreciate how much all that change shaped me for the better.

As I reflect on this past year for Med One, the word “change” stands out. The company has navigated significant change that facilitated extraordinary growth and success. Charles Darwin once said, “It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” This sentiment holds true for individuals and businesses alike.

One of the most notable changes at Med One has been the appointment of new leadership. As a board member, I had a front row seat to this change and witnessed its effectiveness. While these leaders may have faced challenges, their impact has been invaluable. They bring a fresh energy and perspective in support of the company’s goals. Each one also embodies a unique blend of skills and vision strengthening the company’s position for the future. Med One is in good hands!

“It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.

On a broader scale, the past year has brought significant economic changes including a rebound from the pandemic lows, strong job growth, rising inflation, supply chain disruptions and a gradual shift toward stability. Through all this change, Med One has not only weathered the storm but thrived, emerging stronger and more resilient.

An inspirational story of change in history comes from Thomas Edison, the man who revolutionized the world with his inventions including the light bulb. His journey teaches us the power of persistence and innovation. He believed positive change was possible despite setbacks, “I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.” Edison’s example of relentless effort was summed up in another famous quote, “Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration.”

Like Edison, we too can view change as an opportunity rather than an obstacle. The future will undoubtedly bring more shifts, but instead of fearing them, we should embrace them. One day, we will look back and realize that change led us to a world of success. Perhaps our guiding principle can be best captured by John D. Rockefeller, “Don’t be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.” Let us resolve to move forward with confidence, embracing change as the catalyst for something even greater.