Newsletter No. 17
Change can be uncomfortable. Even when we know it’s necessary, even when we’ve chosen it, it still has a way of stirring up doubt and resistance. But here's the truth: comfort zones don’t build businesses. Growth comes from movement, from nudging the wheel just enough to find a new rhythm. This week, we’re embracing the idea that change doesn’t have to be dramatic to be
meaningful. Whether it’s a shift in your work routine or a quiet recalibration of your goals, every pivot has potential. Here at The Hub & Spoke, we’re leaning into change with purpose and inviting you to do the same.
What’s Brewing at The Hub & Spoke
We’ve got some exciting changes on the horizon. As part of our evolving mission to be
Rutland’s go-to destination for focused work and professional growth, we’ll be making some
shifts to align more closely with the needs of our business community.
We’re refining our space and services to better support our members, tenants, and
collaborators. This means our café offering will become a more integrated, purposeful part of
your workday, fuel to help you focus, not just a standalone destination.
Stay tuned, we’ll be sharing more soon. As ever, we’re building this with you, for you.
Think Piece of the Week
Article:
“Making Friends with Change”
TA thoughtful piece that reflects on how embracing change depends on
self‑trust, letting go of resistance, and viewing change as a collaborator rather than an enemy.
Podcast:
“Why Is Change So Hard — And How Can You Make It Stick?”
Jake and Damian dig into why change often feels so difficult and share practical frameworks to turn it into something sustainable.
Book:
“Who Moved My Cheese?” by Dr. Spencer Johnson
A short, quirky parable about change in life and business. Perfect for anyone navigating a shifting work landscape. Quick read, long-lasting impact.
Next Steps: What to Try This Week
Mini-habits that make a big difference:
- Name the Change: Write down one area of your life that’s currently shifting, even if it feels small. Naming it gives you power over it.
- Change One Tiny Habit: Switch up something simple: your morning drink, the app you check first, your walking route. Small tweaks train your brain to accept change positively.
- Revisit a Past Leap: Think back to a time you made a bold move and it worked out. Remind yourself: you’ve done hard things before.
- Set a ‘Let Go’ Reminder: Pick one worry you’re carrying about change, and write it on a sticky note. Then… throw it away. It’s a physical reminder you don’t have to hold everything.
- Ask Someone: “What’s Changed for You Lately?”: Start a real conversation. Sharing change stories builds connection and reminds you that no one’s navigating this alone
You don’t have to do more - just more of what matters.
"If you don’t like something, change it. If you
can’t change it, change your attitude."
— Maya Angelou