What do you do if your response to failure is hindering your professional growth?

Start by acknowledging and accepting the failure as a natural part of the learning process. Avoid dwelling on feelings of shame or inadequacy, and instead, view failure as a valuable opportunity for growth and self-improvement.

El fracaso no existe en el crecimiento personal. Lo que existe es una nueva forma de hacer las cosas. Cuando algo no sale como esperamos, debemos cambiar la forma en que lo estamos afrontando para darle un giro y comenzar de una nueva forma, ya que ahora tenemos retroalimentacion de lo que hicimos anteriormente. Ahora con esa nueva perspectiva, comenzaremos de nuevo una nueva andadura.

Perfectionists often go into self beat up mode when things happen outside of their expectations. The first step is to acknowledge this, followed by internal work to recondition the subconscious beliefs and behaviors that are forming the perfectionist tendencies. Embracing failure is a wonderful opportunity to choose to look at a "failure" as a learning opportunity. Failure is only defined by the internal beholder. We can empower ourselves to shift our perspective every moment of the day.

The Ego - referring to your unconscious mind - has many beliefs around failing. It wraps your worth and value into that simple little word. Unfortunately these beliefs hold you back from doing the brave scary things (lead with authenticity, speak truth, fall in love, start a business, change jobs, etc.). It procrastinates tasks, projects, and difficult conversations. It pushes people away to prevent disappointment. The next time you miss a deadline, have poor communication, or fall into paralysis, stop, get curious and celebrate your brilliant fails. This is where you learn and grow. You can only succeed maximum success if you are willing to fail brilliantly and let others do the same. So, what’s your unconscious beliefs around failing?

When individuals allow their response to failure to block their professional growth, it signifies a "lack of acceptance of that failure". Acceptance is crucial because it immediately reduces the impact of the failure by 40%, enabling individuals to move forward constructively. Once failure is accepted with open hands, the focus shifts to extracting valuable lessons from the failure and devising a plan that incorporates feedback from past mistakes. In essence, acceptance is the cornerstone of resilience, empowering individuals to navigate challenges effectively and continue their journey toward success.

Take the time to reflect on the failure and identify the lessons learned from the experience. Consider what went wrong, why it happened, and what actions or decisions could have been made differently. Extracting insights from failure can help you gain valuable wisdom and insight for future endeavors.

Don't hesitate to examine what didn't go as planned. Reflect on questions such as "What were the factors that played a role?" "What changes could I have made?" Writing in a journal or confiding in a trusted mentor can assist you in gaining clarity and pinpointing areas for growth.

Don't hesitate to seek feedback and support from trusted colleagues, mentors, or coaches. Engage in open and honest conversations about your experiences, challenges, and areas for improvement. Embrace constructive criticism as a means of identifying blind spots and areas where you can grow.

You should not hesitate to ask for constructive feedback from coworkers, superiors, or mentors. Their observations can shed light on blind spots and provide helpful direction on how to avoid similar problems in the future.

Set realistic goals for yourself based on the lessons learned from failure and develop a plan of action to achieve them. Break down larger goals into smaller, manageable steps, and take consistent action towards their attainment. Focus on continuous improvement and celebrate small victories along the way.

Dwelling on the past won't get you anywhere. Once you've learned from your experience, set new, achievable goals incorporating the lessons learned. This will help you move forward with a positive focus.

To achieve success in one's professional life, it is essential to have a "bounce back" mentality. Although it is impossible to avoid encountering difficulties, if you possess resilience, you will be better equipped to deal with them without becoming disheartened.

Resilience during times of failure is essential for self-reflection and strategic decision-making moving forward. A resilient individual views failure as an opportunity for growth rather than a roadblock, and therefore, does not succumb to the temptation of giving up.