"When it comes to stepping up to new roles, I’ve found that you need to be patient – with yourself and your team. We all want to be great on day one but that’s not the way it works. Take the time to listen and learn. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. And remember that it’s a big change, so practice self-compassion and self-care."

-Panera CFO Mike Bufano on his path to his own career growth, in a Forbes interview