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Educational Service Unit No. 11
Everyone strives to be a better version of themselves. But, let’s face it—with a family, a full-time job, and other side hustles, it’s challenging to find the time to work on your personal development. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get consumed by the growing workforce demands; this is why it’s important to focus on your personal growth as well. Here are some tips to help you make the time for personal development.
One of the first things to do is make a list of what’s important to you. Once you have an idea of your priorities, you’ll begin to make time for yourself. Check your calendar at the beginning of every month and list all the meetings, birthdays, anniversaries, and other important dates you’ll be occupied with. Next, pick a day when you have no prior commitments and block out a few hours. Use this time to evaluate your goals understand your strengths, weaknesses, and areas of interest. Make a point to do something that will help you grow personally, such as reading a book, listening to a motivational speaker, or even meditating.
Waking up early every day to jump into the workforce can be stressful, to say the least. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic proved to businesses across the globe that working from home is possible. Use this opportunity to speak to your manager and ask to work from home when you’re feeling too overwhelmed. Staying at home will give your mind and body a chance to relax and de-stress.
Personal development won’t happen overnight. It’s a slow and deliberate process. Like any other improvement, consistency is what will bring change here as well. Staying consistent is difficult for many people, but it’s important to make an active effort and push yourself forward.
In the journey to self-development, inspiration and motivation are extremely important. It’s always helpful to learn from someone who’s experienced as they can offer valuable insights. Mentorship is one of the most effective and quickest ways to learn.
Lastly, be aware of your performance and find new ways to improve. The only way to do this is by reflecting and asking yourself which areas require more work and why.
North America’s keynote speaker Steve Gilliland has inspired and motivated working professionals everywhere to make the most of their time. He’s a proud member of the NSA Speaker Hall of Fame, and his motivational presentations and virtual sessions are uniquely engaging. You can subscribe to his weekly blog for regular inspirational content or follow him on his YouTube channel.
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