The New Girl must haves

 I LOVE MY NEW JOB!!!!!

I'm really, really stoked to be a part of this team!

My first week at my new job flew by! I have met my team members, and they are some of the most talented and kind people. Like fo' real talented!

And to see what happens when talented, like-minded, passionate people work together for a common cause-- it's magic, y'all!

Whew!! (Can you tell I'm pumped?)

So.

Now that I have finished my first week, I thought I would make a list of New Girl must-haves. (You know, in case any of you are about to undergo a major career change soon, like I just did.)

In no particular order...

1) Spark.
This stuff is legit- it's my go-go juice! With more caffeine than coffee, but not as many calories/sugar/harmful ingredients at Coke, this alternative boost of energy was just what I needed to stay focused.

Let's face it- when beginning a new job, you will go through lots and lots of training. You'll want to be alert and focused in order to retain all you can!

(If you haven't tried this amazing stuff yet, holler at me. I'll hook you up with a sample!)

2) Photos.
It' makes sense- surround yourself with people that love you! Like seriously- on Day Two I carried in my photo frames to my new empty, stark desk. The people in these photos are constant encouragers in my life- I need them to be close by on a daily basis cheering me on!

3) Cute file folders.
Okay, okay- they don't have to be cute. But if they are on sale at Target and you swoon over their pretty colors and patterns, you better grab 'em! Or you'll just end up going back the next day, hoping they're still on the shelf. Or at least that's what I did.

Folders- organization is key!

4) Colorful pens.
Because...why not?! I see things in color, so color-coordinating things makes a big difference for my brain.

Please also note my all-time favorite picture of Mr. Darcy and me...his hand and mine...swoon...

5) Wooden calendar.
Because sometimes the calendar on your MacBook and the one on your iPhone aren't tangible enough. (And again, Target clearance? Yes please!)

6) Mission statement.

Let's face it- if you're making a significant career change, it's going to have a huge impact on your life. Taking some time to stop, reflect, re-evaluate, and clarify goals is so important! (This kind of activity may be why you made the career change in the first place.)

Posted here is the mission statement of our company. Isn't it incredible that THIS is the mission of my employer?! It's good, good stuff.

I posted this one, but after much deliberation, I also wrote a personal mission statement for my own life. I will post that in an entry to come...

7) Lunch money.
Because you're going to be making new friends! And sometimes this happens best at a local crepery, as it did in my case.  :)

So...there you have it. Bring these seven must-haves and you'll be CEO in two years or less.

Okay, maybe not.

But they will help to surround yourself with encouragement and confidence so you're able to set out on this new venture prepared and ready for what is to come!

And if you're lucky... maybe you'll have AWESOME teammates like I did that welcome you on your first day with home-baked goodies!