From the President
Dear EO Melbourne,
How are you doing? Are you okay?
As a fellow Melburnian & Victorian, I know better to bring up yet another reminder of the unique situation we’re finding ourselves in.
What I do want to remind you about is that, as the leaders in our companies, the amount of responsibility and pressure we have on our shoulders is incredibly unique. We have to deal with making tough decisions on a daily basis. We have to constantly think about the future and how we can survive & thrive. We have to come up with a plan C, D, E and F.
Our businesses are very much like ships at sea. We are the captains that have to navigate the rough stormy seas and ensure our vessels reach its destination, whilst keeping our crew safe.
After almost 6 months on choppy waters, it’s been our responsibility to solve problems, restore productivity within our teams, keep the team morale up and keep this ship afloat.
This is no small feat.
As captains, we’ve also had to display strength and instil confidence in our crew. It is not often that we get asked if we are okay, ourselves.
Over the last few weeks, I’ve had several fellow EOers reach out to see how I’m going. I love that in this community; we’re able to be completely honest and dive deep instantly. There’s no need to sugar coat it. There is no judgement. Just understanding.
Last Thursday was R U OK? Day, and with the lack of social interaction, it’s more important now than previous years to open up a conversation and to seek support or give support.
I want to take this opportunity to ask you, R U OK? Email me, let me know.
Book in a session with our Resident Psychologist, Katerina, for a chat. (Her contact details are found below at the Resources Section.)
Check-in on your forum buddies individually. Reach out, open up, lend an ear.
Warmest regards,
Sheryl Thai
President 2020/2021