This document discusses building understanding between student staff supervisors and their staff through an understanding of transitions and Nancy Schlossberg's transition theory. It provides an overview of Schlossberg's transition theory, which examines how the dimensions of situation, self, support, and strategies influence a person's ability to cope with transition. The document suggests supervisors help staff navigate their transition to a staff role by understanding how it impacts them personally based on these four factors. This will help supervisors build strong relationships with their staff and support them through changes in their lives.