The shrill, drawn out sound of the doorbell echoed all through the lobby as Sheila, the secretary of Ms. Fellers, moved quickly to permit in the various important members of the company.
As the assistant to their new boss, Sheila experienced enormous trepidation at the prospect of yet another close encounter with the new female superior. Little did she know the upcoming first board meeting would elicit such an exceptional range of emotions and perception into the enigmatic mind of Ms. Fellers.
The furnishings within the prestigious boardroom bore an unspoken and undeniable elegance, a clear reflection of the many successful years and the company has basked under the comforting umbrella of stead fast growth and profitability.
An immaculately polished teak table occupied the center of the room, a shining beacon of order and structure amidst an atmosphere cloaked in uncertainty and trepidation. Surrounding the table were plush, Navy-blue seats, each one occupied by a fellow staff member; their faces expression various degrees of anxiety, curiosity, and excitement.
It was clear to Sheila, even as she entered the room, that this array of assorted executives and company heavyweights all possessed their own unique response to the approaching arrival of their new boss, Ms. Fellers.
The flurry of low murmuring voices discussing the company's latest strategies and speculations about Ms. Fellers management style only served to solidify the scene of unstated anticipation that fluttered all through the chamber.
As Sheila poured herself a tumbler of cool, refreshing water from a close-by crystal carafe, she caught the sight of the meticulous manner in which Ms. Fellers stationary had been arranged on a small, mahogany side table.
The silver cuff links shone brilliantly underneath the incandescent downright; the simple, stylish kind face of her name touted proudly on a stack of seemingly untouched notepads was a bold statement that bore testament to the woman who owned them.
Sheila could not help but marvel what kind of individual Ms. Fellas would be. Would she be a tough, unyielding task master, or a fair and reasonable captain to guide the company through treacherous financial water?
Or would she be something entirely different, something utterly unexpected, capable of throwing the most experienced and business savvy staff member into a tailspin?
Sheila's thought was interrupted by the sudden, dramatic entrance of Ms. Fellers herself, who made her presence known by a series of perfectly timed steps. The atmosphere within the room changed at once, shifting from an air of trepidation and subdued anxiety to a visceral electric pulse cascading throughout the room like a bolt of lightening.
"Hello..."Ms. Fellers cited, the expression appears too lucid still, it was hard to tell her emotion at the moment. The staff member responded to her greeting cheerfully with a slight bow of respect to her.
She smiled warmly, but it was not reaching her eyes as she walked towards the seat specially reserved for her as the new boss of the company.
"I don't think I need many explanations, or do I?" She asked, her palms resting on the table before.
They shook their head in a negative response as Sheila spoke out on their behalf. "Though most of the staff might not have known you, but Mr. Fellers already informed us about you beforehand." She replied in a voice as clear as crystal yet professional.
The staff member surveyed the figure of their new boss as she navigated the room with practiced ease, confidence oozing from her every pore. Ms. Fellers stood at the head of the table, sporting a sharped, tailored suit that accentuated her immaculately coiffed hair and the glint of triumph in her eyes.
"Right..."Ms. Fellers shrugged her shoulders slightly. "Before the meeting commences, I'll like to personally know you all and each department you represent."
Sheila took turn first. "I'm Sheila Martins, your assigned secretary. Mr. Fellers, trust me to be your personal assistant -to always be at your beck and call."
"For the time being, I guess." Ms. Fellers muttered, nodding her head a few times. "The company will be hiring a new secretary, I should trust you to oversee that too."
Sheila concealed her smile, trying to avoid gazing too much at their new boss. 'She will be pretty interesting to work with too, just like the old boss.)
The rest of them took turn to introduce themselves as asked. Ms. Fellers did not say much, instead, she nodded her head curtly. "Can we begin now, then?" It wasn't a question, her voice says it all.
It was obvious to everyone that Ms. Fellers was undeniable a woman who posses the unique prowess of a business visionary, with the power to dispel any lingering doubt as to the success of their beloved company under her watchful gaze.
Ms. Fellers opened the meeting with a clear, direct voice that resonated throughout the boardroom with unyielding authority. The staff member could not help but be both impressed and intimidated by the calm self-assurance with which she spoke, discussing her plan to implement groundbreaking strategies to promote remarkable company growth.
For the most veteran of staff members, Ms. Fellers was a force unlike any other they had encountered before. While the younger, ambitious, executive were thrilled by her reverting depth and ambition, the older and more experienced staff member was somewhat taken aback by her vehement refusal to adhere to the traditions and policies within the company for a decade.
As the meeting progressed, Ms. Fellers passion for innovation and calculated risk taking became increasingly apparent to her staff, who were left with little choice but to succumb to the thrilling wave of change that seemed to herald the dawn of a new era.
There was no denying that even the most resistant of board members had been seized by her sheer magnetism; the fruition of her proposal undoubtedly held an allure that was irresistible in its own right.
As the discussion of the potential market expansion and innovative marketing strategies reached a fever pitch, an almost tangible pulse through the boardroom, touching upon each individual present, invigorating their heart and mind with the tantalizing promise of unbridled success.
The staff were getting more involved, sharing their idea with genuine excitement in their voices; they knew that they were witnessing the start of something incredible, revolutionary even, that their steady fast company under the steely eye gaze of Ms. Fellers would be propelled to unprecedented height.
As Ms. Fellers brought the meeting to a close, her final words spoken with an unwavering, indescribable conviction that served only to amplify the cacophony of emotions that had been elicited by her impassioned speech, she had unknowingly created an entirely new atmosphere within the boardroom.
As the staff members dissolved into their respective groups to discuss the bombshell of transformation proposed by their new formidable leader, it was clear that the future for their company had been cast, in a new, highly energizing light.
Even Sheila, the introverted, timid secretary who had seemingly had little to contribute, now felt a new-found sense of purpose and a heightened appreciation for intricacies of a business excellent.
No longer was the boardroom submerged in a sea of nostalgia for the bygone days gone by, it now buzzed with a fervor that was distinctly ignited by the resolute and empowering Ms. Fellers.
Each staff member, regardless of their personalities and individual contributions, now bore the infectious, ineffable desire to grasp the reign of success to boldly navigate the fickle waves of the business world, spurred on by the promises of the inspiring and intrepid Ms. Fellers.
And thus, a new chapter begun, sealed with a conviction that fortunately heralded a future of irrefutable success.