It’s a law of nature that where there is no growth, there is no life. For each of us, if we’re not continually growing and developing we’re becoming irrelevant, and less useful. We need to realize that it takes continuous effort to grow and develop, it doesn’t happen overnight. We should also solicit the help and support of others to help us grow, we don’t need to do it alone. And as we work on developing ourselves, it probably helps if we focus on areas that will have a specific impact on our opportunities, rather than randomly selecting a topic to develop. Question for today: are you growing or wilting?
Growth: Idea #38
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Uncertainty: Idea #37
How do you manage uncertainty? ‘Uncertainty is unavoidable…(and getting through) uncertainty is about Mindset. Here are six tips…1. Embrace the discomfort of not knowing. Move from a know-it-all to a learn-it-all mindset…2. Distinguish between “complicated” and “complex” issues. They require different solutions…3. Let go of perfectionism. Instead, aim for progress…4. Resist the urge to oversimplify and come to quick conclusions…5. Don’t go it alone. Connect with your peers…6. Zoom out. Take a broad, systemic view of the issues.’ (HBR) Most of us don’t enjoy uncertainty, however it’s a part of life and learning how to manage it will allow you to be successful when you find yourself in this situation. Be brave today!
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Progress: Idea #36
Another idea around having meaningful work is work that is progressing, that shows progress, and where you can see yourself progressing. Most of us get bored when we keep on doing the same old thing day after day – no visible progress. A couple of ideas on progress and how to view it: stop comparing today to yesterday, or even this week to last week. The incremental progress “may” be too small to easily see. Instead, look at this year vs. last year – can you see the progress (in yourself, in how you work, in the quality of your work, in the span of your responsibility, etc)? Are you more involved, are you adding more value? Are you making progress?
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