The pandemic has turned our working lives upside down, and several of us are right now considering how we should spend the rest of our lives.
Unfortunately, many of us think that we have a so-called expiration date for developing or pursuing a new career; just like a carton of milk, we believe we have become too old to start over or start something new. The truth is you can always start over, and so, you should. People stay in unhealthy, even mentally toxic jobs due to fear of change, and some remain because they are comfortable (not to be confused with happiness) with what they do. The job has become part of their identity. The fact is that many of us will work for 50+ years and will have multiple careers. So, ask yourself this: can you stay in your current job for much longer? The truth is, we settle, and the fear exceeds the desire to try something new. When was the last time you could not sleep because you were so eager and excited (about your job)?
Allow yourself to leave what you know and are good at. Those with a beginner's mindset or an "amateur" can be more successful than people with a great deal of routine or experience. This is simply because old habits and biases do not bury a newcomer and thus are open to exploring new ideas and approaches. Sometimes knowledge of how things work can hinder learning and developing better strategies, preventing one from seeing things from a new (and sometimes better) perspective.
A few years ago, a professor at INCAE Business School in Costa Rica taught me that one must implement a significant change in one's life every ten years. Challenge yourself and keep your ego in check. When you fail, think of it as your "fail flow," which means that rejections and all the "no’s" will often get you to where you are supposed to be in life.
Had it not been for hundreds of rejections, I certainly would not have been a tech entrepreneur in Palo Alto and would probably not even had married my husband. Thanks to my ex-boyfriends who broke up with me, I found the man I was supposed to spend the rest of my life with.
For every rejection you get, you are one step closer to your end goal.
Dr. Kristen Guillory, an international speaker, author, and speaking coach who has the gift to connect at the heart level, mentions that "too many are living lives they never wanted. Too many have settled, and these things can take a toll on one's mental health. Many don't move or even feel stuck. The fear of change, fear of what others might think, and failure, keep many paralyzed. But imagine what's on the other side of the fear. Is it worth the risk to get to a life you desire? Change is scary... until it's not. Change happens all of the time. There have been many thoughts about you, yet you are still here. And let's be honest, people are not thinking about you as much as you think. failure is just an opportunity that is getting you closer to living the life you deserve."
It is important to note that risk does come with making changes. Therefore, you must prepare for the rollercoaster that may arise. Below are some questions and steps to consider.
- Your income may take a hit, so then plan for that. Make sure you have some savings to keep you afloat and plan to reduce your expenses while shifting gears in your career and life.
- What can you accomplish with the skills and networks you have now? Is everything that you are doing right now something that will get you closer or further away from your goals in life?
- Where do you see yourself in five, ten, and 15 years if you continue to work, eat, sleep, think, read, live and live as you do now? Your lifestyle is crucial to your future. Are you doing what your "future self" will be happy with? If not, start by developing a 5-year plan with the deadline and actionable items. In other words, develop a step-by-step plan and stick with it!
Keep up, learn new things, and create relationships with people outside your social circles to gain access to new inspiration. Your network should represent people from different generations, so you never miss out on the latest trends and tendencies, and please don't ever settle. Have your mind open to many new possibilities, embrace your "fail flow," inner amateur, and imposter syndrome to live and continue to live the life you deserve.
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