?? How to be Resilient: Navigating Tough Times! ????
Steve McDougal
?? Executive Coach (Side Biz). Customer Success and Renewals Leader. ?? ?? I Guide CS professionals to LAND a Dream Job, Get a PAY RISE, PROMOTION and HIGHER Career Success?? ?? Click Below to Connect
In the rollercoaster ride of life, we encounter career challenges that can truly test our mental state. Job loss, layoffs, toxic workplaces, long hours, several deadlines, hectic commutes, doing more with less and the constant buzz of AI threatening job security – the list goes on. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, impacting not just our minds but also our physical health and relationships. So, how can we stay resilient in the face of adversity?
?? 1. Align Your Path with Your Passion
The first checkpoint on your resilience journey is self-reflection. Ask yourself: Is my job, career, or business in alignment with my core beliefs, desires, and strengths? If the answer is no, it might be a major source of your stress and potential health problems. Make a conscious effort to align your professional path with your true passions.
?? 2. Define Your Yes and No
Craft a clear list of what you're saying yes to and what you're saying no to. Embrace positivity by saying yes to being bold, accountable, and fun to be around, yes to making and impact and yes to speaking up and yes to a decent pay and package. Meanwhile, say no to poor communication, toxic cultures, excessive hours, putting others' needs before yours and no to being a victim who moans all day and blames circumstances. This simple exercise can provide clarity on your values and priorities.
?? 3. Create a Resilience Plan
Once you've identified your goals, create a roadmap to achieve them. Break down your plan into actionable steps and make it a part of your week. Whether it's, job applications, exercising, meditating, learning a new language, or spending quality time with your loved ones – make sure to incorporate one activity that fuel your resilience.
?? 4. Embrace Change and Evolution
We are wired for growth. Embrace change as a constant companion. Whether you're striving for financial success, making a positive impact, or building your entrepreneurial empire, the key lies in evolving to the next level while managing stress effectively. ?
?? 5. Stay Connected
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Resilience thrives in a supportive community. Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network. Each week reach out to three new contacts in your industry on LinkedIn for virtual coffee chats fostering relationships that can provide fresh perspectives and potential career opportunities.
?? 6. Prioritize Well-Being
Incorporate activities that prioritize your well-being into your routine. Whether it's a daily meditation session, a morning run, walking your dog, or spending quality time with your team and loved ones – these activities reduce stress and also contribute to your overall happiness.
?? 7. Be Proactive and Accountable
Take charge of your journey. Be proactive in reaching your goals, and hold yourself accountable for your actions. Break the cycle of victimhood, blaming others and embrace a mindset of empowerment.
Remember, resilience is not just about bouncing back; it's about bouncing forward and having the belief in yourself. By aligning your career path, defining your priorities, and embracing positive change, you can navigate tough times and emerge stronger . ???
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10 个月This really good. Resilience, self belief, prioritising health mental and physical. Be accountable and fun to be around .. I love the messages in this post ??