Many of you are pursuing career advancement and the next logical step, without considering who you are as individuals or what you even want.
Listen, I love advancement as much as the next go-getter.
It brings social rewards like respect, clout, and coin.
It shows people we’re progressing, on “schedule,” or even “ahead of schedule” (whatever that means).
It even helps us tick all the cultural norm boxes.
But that’s all about what OTHERS want from us.
What about what WE want from us?
Focus only on advancement without assessing for individual fit and you may find you’re living someone else’s life.
Chasing it, clawing after it, feeling inferior without it.
But when your work aligns with YOUR ideal life, you’re less likely to:
😥Doubt yourself and your abilities
😥Wonder if you’re in the right field
😥Search for processes/systems that’ll save you
😥Chase someone else’s definition of success/happiness
😥Collect certifications to earn the right to take up space in your field
My recommendation? Focus on alignment, and the advancement that’s right for you will come your way in no time.
Promise!
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