If you don’t like change.

“If you don’t like change, you’ll dislike irrelevance even more.” Leaders are agents of change. The “status quo” concept doesn’t belong in a leader’s vocabulary.

Change is inevitable. External factors like the economy or unforeseen challenges may be out of our control, but internal change—whether to scale, improve systems, or elevate the business—is within our grasp.

Just as cars need tune-ups, businesses benefit from intentional check-ins. Proactively ask your team: What can we improve? What’s holding us back? Those closest to the work often have valuable insights—but you’ll only discover them if you ask.

Reflect: Are there issues I’ve tolerated for too long? Am I actively pursuing improvements in critical areas? Do I subscribe to “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” or do I seek to optimize what we already do well?

Even small adjustments can have a big impact, preventing future setbacks and unlocking new opportunities. The best organizations reject the status quo and consistently aim higher, transforming into brands of choice.

In short—leaders move the needle. They act as thermostats, setting the standard, rather than thermometers, merely reflecting what exists. Let’s lead with purpose and drive continuous improvement.