21 Things You Can Do to Invest in Yourself and Enjoy a Successful and Productive 2023

As the year winds down, you will inevitably reflect on it and wonder what you can do to achieve your goals for the new year. Seeing that THE best thing you can do - is to invest in yourself, we’ve outlined twenty-one different ways for you to get started. All of these tips are easy to follow and will help you see results in the coming year.?

Here is the list of things you can do to invest in yourself (in no particular order):

1 - Take Responsibility of Every Area of your Life

Being the CEO of your life means taking responsibility for every aspect of your life. This can be tough to understand initially, but it is very empowering. It means acknowledging that everything that happens to you is because of your choices.

2 - Set Smart Goals for yourself to Achieve in the Coming Year

If you want your life to be different, you must set some goals. Smart goals are ones that you are clear about, that you can track, that you can actually do, that matter to you, and that have a deadline for when you want to achieve them. So think about what kind of smart goals you want to set for yourself in the coming year.

3 - Learn how Money Works

Understanding how money works is key to investing in yourself and is a skill that will help you for the rest of your life. It includes owning your money mindset and knowledge about financial products, banking systems, and investment products.

4 - Take Care of your Physical Health

It's hard to achieve your goals when your health is suffering. Make sure you are getting enough exercise and eating healthily. Exercise has many benefits, like strengthening your body and helping you avoid getting sick.

5 - Take Care of your Emotional Health

When things start going wrong, you have to control how you react. You can avoid spiraling down by managing your emotional health. Eliminate toxic people and bring positive people into your life to help reduce stress and overwhelm. You can also do a brain dump to clear your head and figure out what you need to do next. You can meditate or go for a run to calm down. Reach out to someone to support you if you need extra help to get through it.

6 - Constantly improve your Professional Skills

Constantly improving your professional skills makes you more prepared for opportunities that come your way. You can do this by going to conferences and workshops and getting on video calls. By increasing your professional skills, you'll also meet other people doing the same thing and build your network.

7 - Learn Something New

It is important to invest in yourself by learning new things. Developing new skills increases your opportunities and keeps you relevant, making you more confident and empowered. Stepping out of your comfort zone can be challenging, but it is worth it.

8 - Spend Wisely

It is important to budget your money so you know how much you have to spend. This will help you save money for things that are important to you. Spend your money on experiences, books, travel, and skill-development courses that will help you grow as a person. If you don't need something, don't buy it.

9 - Save 10% from Each Paycheck

Get into the habit of saving 10% of your income each month. This way, you'll get used to living on less money, and you will save each month. It also will give you access to funds in case of an emergency, and you will have the finances to invest further.

10 - Open Investment Accounts

Investing in yourself by opening investment accounts is a smart thing to do. You can buy bonds, stocks, and real estate with the money you put into the account. This will help you understand what is happening in the marketplace.

11 - Find a Business Coach or Mentor

A good mentor can help you learn faster. One way to invest in yourself is to find someone who has already accomplished what you want to do and learn from them. If they have written books, read them. If they offer workshops, attend them. A business coach or mentor can also help introduce you to others who can help raise your profile.

12 - Keep in Touch with Friends and Family

It is important to keep in touch with your friends and family. They're important to your well-being as a support network. Stay connected and up-to-date with what they are doing. You can also let them know what you are up to and what you're looking for in terms of jobs, opportunities, and adventures.

13 - Organize your Home or Personal space

Organize your home and personal space in a way that works best for you. This will help you to be more efficient and effective in your day-to-day life. Begin by decluttering and removing any unnecessary items from your space. Sort through your belongings and place them in designated areas.

14 - Get Rid of Guilt

We often brood on guilt which keeps us from being productive. People often feel guilty when they have unfinished business or need to forgive themselves or others for mistakes made along the way. Taking responsibility for your life includes forgiving yourself and others. It helps you focus on what is ahead instead of dwelling on the past. Cut the guilt out of your life, and don't wait for somebody to take responsibility. If you need to apologize for something, or do something, take action and don't let it hold you up.

15 - Create Positive Vibes

Smiling and talking to people is a great way to create positive vibes. By saying hi to everyone, listening to music that makes you happy, spending the day doing things you enjoy, and complimenting people you see throughout the day, you can really brighten up your day. Not only will you feel better, but those around you will also benefit from your positive attitude.

16 - Learn to Say NO

If you want to invest in yourself, you need to protect your time and energy by saying no to things that don't help you achieve your goals. Trying to please everyone is not a useful strategy and will not help you achieve your goals. So, if you're feeling overwhelmed because you have too much on your plate, focus on the tasks that are important to you and that align with your core values and your goals, and say no to the rest.

17 - Learn to Say YES

You cannot grow if you do not say yes to new opportunities and experiences. You grow when you do something new that you haven't done before. If someone comes to you with an idea or project that you haven't done before, and it seems reasonable, say yes.

18 - Travel and Explore

Travelling is a great opportunity to explore something new and enriches you with experiences. It teaches you more about yourself and the world around you. This can make you more humble and teach you much about different cultures and navigating unfamiliar situations. You can still learn a lot even if you go to a place closer to home. Traveling also allows you to see things from a different perspective, which can be really valuable in life.

19 - Learn how to Understand Critics

Instead of getting upset about what your critics have to say, consider it. It's important to listen to what your critics have to say because they may be trying to help you improve by pointing out things you can change. If you keep hearing the same criticism, it might be something you should look into and see if it is true. You can ask trusted friends or mentors for their opinion on what the criticism means for you and how you can improve.

20 - Pursue only your True Goals

It's important to remember why you set out on your journey in the first place. As you take stock of your life, you may find that some of your goals are less important than you thought and don't match your values and passions. Or that you've become sidetracked and are following someone else's dream for your life. By focusing on your goals, you are not being selfish or arrogant. Concentrating on yourself will make it easier to care for others.

21 - Reward Yourself

When you reach a goal, it's essential to reward yourself. Don't wait for others to do it. You worked hard and did well, so you deserve it! Taking a moment to celebrate your accomplishments and enjoy a little something special is part of the process of reaching your goals. It can be fun! And it doesn't have to cost a lot.

As you can see, there are many different ways to invest in yourself. If you want to see positive change in your life in 2023, start by picking one of these methods and sticking to it for two weeks at a time. Just imagine how your life will change in a positive way in the next year - you are worth it and capable of more than you think!

You got this!

Gus Calabrese

The Events Guy