Stepping into the unknown is where real growth happens! Instead of seeing a lack of expertise as a barrier, view it as an opportunity to showcase adaptability, a key trait in personal branding. Approach the challenge with curiosity, leverage your network for insights, and focus on the transferable skills you bring. Confidence, resilience, and a problem-solving mindset will set you apart.

Working on projects outside expertise is a great way to expand your knowledge. Growth is where there is discomfort. I’d start by breaking down the project to understand what I don’t know and then quickly bridge those gaps—whether that’s by reaching out to experts, doing some deep-dive research, or taking a crash course if needed. At the end of the day, it’s about staying proactive, resourceful, and not being afraid to ask the right questions.

When I was asked to lead a culture transformation project, my 1st thought was -Where do I even start? Driving large-scale change felt like a different ballgame. Instead of stressing over what I didn’t know, I focused on what I did i.e. listening, involving right people & breaking things down into manageable steps. Reached out to leaders who had been through it, asked a ton of questions & built a team that covered my blind spots. I didn’t try to have all answers so stayed curious adjusted as I learned & kept bigger goal in sight. Excelling in something new isn’t about knowing it all;it’s about playing to one's strengths, being open to learning &pushing through uncertainty. In the end we made real impact & gained skills too.

Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone in 2025 Last year, I was pushed outside my comfort zone multiple times, and looking back, I am truly grateful. These experiences forced me to learn, adapt, and grow in unexpected ways. The key lesson? Don’t panic. Take a moment to assess the challenge and explore different ways to tackle it, there is always more than one solution. 1. See the big picture and break it into steps. 2. Engage cross-functional colleagues—collaboration drives better outcomes. 3. Seek experts willing to share knowledge— most people enjoy talking about their expertise and supporting others. 4. Be an active listener—value the time they invest in you. 5. Embrace the learning curve—the best way to learn is by doing. ??

Nos meus anos como consultor, aprendi a temer menos o desconhecido. Cada novo projeto era uma jornada única, exigindo adaptabilidade e uma mente aberta. As vezes tinhamos uma semana para nos tornar especialistas em um determinado assunto. Essa experiência me moldou e me preparou para enfrentar qualquer projeto, dentro ou fora da minha especialidade. E como faziamos isso? Com a capacidade de mergulhar no aprendizado, colaborar ativamente com a equipe, resolver problemas com criatividade, antecipar desafios e conectar experiências passadas para encontrar novas solu??es. Cada novo projeto é uma oportunidade de aprendizado e crescimento, desde que esteja disposto a sair da zona de conforto.