From Recruitment to Resilience To Personal Development

Reflecting on our last session at IEC with Cohort 12 today, I'm filled with immense gratitude, inspiration, and a few good laughs! Apart from being an avid bookworm, coffee lover, and a full-time Sales and Marketing recruitment consultant at Mackenzie Jones Middle East ,I also support Institute of Emerging Careers as a Personal Development coach. And I must say, balancing these roles has brought more joy (and humorous moments) than I ever expected!

Over the past three years as a Personal Development coach, I've had the privilege of working with students from diverse cultures across Pakistan. This journey has been nothing short of transformative—not just for the students, but for me as well. Each interaction, each shared story, has enriched my understanding and helped me grow both personally and professionally.

The energy, passion, and yes, even the occasional tech glitch (I'm looking at you, frozen Zoom faces) brought to our discussions were remarkable. Watching everyone step out of their comfort zones, share their quirks, and support each other so wholeheartedly was nothing short of inspiring.

A big thanks to Syed Ommer Amer for trusting me with this amazing opportunity when you rang me out of the blue and discussed how I could be a part of this amazing journey and have a chance to give back to the community. with an outstanding supportive team Syed Yaseen Alam , Mudassir Rehman Mehak Fatima

Lessons in Self-Belief

One of the most profound lessons we explored was the power of self-belief. Seeing everyone recognize their potential and begin to trust in their abilities was a beautiful transformation. Remember, the path to personal development is not always easy. It's more like a roller coaster ride—filled with ups, downs, and the occasional loop-de-loop that leaves you questioning your life choices. But it's the courage to take the first step and keep going that makes all the difference.

The Power of Resilience

We also delved deep into the importance of resilience. Life will throw its challenges our way, kind of like that one friend who insists on playing the world's hardest board game when you're just trying to relax. It's how we rise and adapt that defines us. The shared stories of overcoming obstacles, both big and small, were a testament to the incredible strength and, let's face it, the stubborn determination within each of you.

Building a Community

I am immensely proud of the community we’ve built—a safe space where true selves are celebrated, victories are shared, and setbacks are laughed off (with a healthy dose of learning, of course). The collective spirit of empathy, encouragement, and occasional dad jokes is what makes this journey together so powerful.

Moving Forward Together

As we continue on our individual paths, let's remember that we are never alone. The connections made and the lessons learned will continue to guide and support us. Keep pushing boundaries, stay true to your values, and always believe in the incredible person you are becoming—even if that person sometimes forgets where they put their keys.

Thank you once again for the trust, the stories, and the unwavering commitment to personal growth. Here’s to the endless possibilities ahead and many more sessions filled with growth, laughter, and maybe even a dance-off or two!

With heartfelt gratitude and a big smile??

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