CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY ONE – NEW EMPLOYEES

Lily's turn came last. "I learned so much today! Mainly that I have a lot to learn," she said with a self-deprecating laugh. "My goal is to soak up as much knowledge as I can from all of you amazing people while bringing my own unique energy to the team." As the session concluded, Joan felt a surge of optimism. Yes, there were challenges ahead. Daniel's confidence could potentially clash with Raina's more measured approach. Lily's enthusiasm, while infectious, might need tempering in certain situations. But she saw potential in each of them, and in the team as a whole. "Before we head back," Joan said, standing up, "I want to thank you all for your participation and openness today. Building a strong team isn't about erasing our differences. It's about learning how to leverage our diverse strengths and perspectives to provide the best possible care for our clients." She looked around at the faces of her team, new and old. "We're going to face challenges. We'll have disagreements. B