Developing Adaptability and Resilience in Bangkit 2023

Developing Adaptability and Resilience in Bangkit 2023 Bangkit Academy led by Google, Tokopedia, Gojek, & Traveloka

七転び八起き: To always stand up even after multiple failures?

七転び八起き (nanakorobi yaoki) is a Japanese expression that has the literal translation "fall down seven times, get up eight times". This sentence is a great source of encouragement for me when I face pressure and feel like giving up. It reminds me to consider the consequences of giving up before doing so and to always get back up and try again.

Adaptability and resilience are essential skills that can help us overcome challenges in life. One of the reasons why I struggle with these skills is when I face new environments or events that are outside of my comfort zone. However, joining Bangkit has helped me develop these skills through the following experiences with 5 ways of adaptability:

Ways of Interacting

At Bangkit, I faced the challenge of a language barrier when interacting with others, especially during the learning process. I struggled to construct sentences (thanks to Grammarly) and found it difficult to communicate at first. However, I pushed myself to speak English and participate actively, even though it wasn't perfect. I also anticipated the questions the instructor might ask and the topics that would be covered, so I could be prepared and actively engage in discussions. Furthermore, I used the Discord voice chat feature to connect and interact with my cohort friends, we also sometimes shared our knowledge in the voice chat. It was a great feeling to know that we were all supporting each other in our learning journeys.

Ways of Achieving

Before joining Bangkit, I used to set my own rules and reward myself for achieving specific goals, but the program introduced a new way of incentivizing success. Cohorts were given rewards for reaching certain goals that were set by the program, and we had to follow milestone timelines and take achievable steps to earn these rewards. I initially struggled to keep up with the timelines and felt a bit of pressure. However, I was determined to adapt and learn. I focused on managing my time better after the Time Management class by Bangkit. With the supportive environment and my best friend's support, I was able to keep pushing forward and overcome the challenge.

Ways of Learning

I used to be hesitant to ask questions or seek feedback because I was afraid of being wrong. However, Bangkit taught me to embrace a growth mindset and be open to giving and receiving feedback. The supportive environment at Bangkit helped me become more comfortable with asking questions and seeking feedback, and it has given me the confidence to continue improving myself.

Ways of Working

I used to struggle with managing my time effectively and would often spend more time planning than actually doing the work. However, since attending the "Time Management" class by Bangkit, I have learned how to better manage my workload and balance my time with my relationships with others. I am now equipped with the skills to be more productive and efficient in managing my time.

Ways of Thinking

Having a growth mindset and maintaining a positive attitude is important, but sometimes the environment can be challenging. However, with the support of a supportive environment, I can develop the resilience needed to adapt and overcome obstacles. Since joining Bangkit, I've found a supportive environment that has helped me become more courageous in developing a growth mindset. The program has also taught me important soft skills such as critical thinking and problem-solving, which have positively impacted me recently.

Bangkit has been a transformative journey for me, one that has equipped me with invaluable tools to overcome challenges and adapt to new situations. These experiences have also taught me that setbacks are opportunities to learn and grow. From learning how to communicate effectively in a foreign language to discovering new ways of incentivizing success, Bangkit has challenged me to step outside my comfort zone.

I now understand that the journey to success is not always smooth, and it's important to be adaptable and resilient to overcome challenges. I am grateful for joining Bangkit and all that I have learned. I am excited to continue applying these skills and seeing where they take me next.

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