There is consensus about the unbelievably powerful influence of having people in your life who cheer you on. Without their support, you may be too scared to accomplish your dreams. Quote Ralph Waldo Emerson describes it as, “Our chief want in life is somebody who will make us do what we can”. Emerson was a successful person so you have to assume he knew what he was talking about. But he passed away a long time ago, in 1882 to be exact, and you can say that things have changed. Denzel Washington who is very much alive and according to Wikipedia has been regarded as one of the best actors of his generation, is more specific, “Show me a successful individual and I’ll show you someone who had real positive influences in his or her life”. His quote brings in a new perspective changing the value of a cheerleader for success from a want to a necessity. Why A Necessity So why are cheerleaders, who can also be known as personal board members, mentors or coaches, so important?
Finding Your CheerleadersThere are a few ways to find people who are willing to support you. In the words of a young 14-year-old, “there are many people who want to help you, all you have to do is ask”. Her experience has always been positive about looking around her and selecting people who can help her best. However, it is important to select those people depending on your personal needs. For example, she knows to reach out to her mom when needing assistance in creative writing. When reflecting on careers, she does not hesitate to reach out to professionals or role models via email. While some flat out ignore her emails and others respond that they are too busy, a generous number are willing to meet with her and answer her questions. Where Are Your Cheerleaders Here are a few ways that you can establish a system of supportive others to build your career path:
In Short There is an unbelievable power to having cheerleaders. With their support, you will be able to achieve your dreams. On your way to fulfilling your dreams, having one or more people as your board of cheerleaders makes your journey easier as you realize goals, overcome setbacks and celebrate accomplishments. Do you already have a person who is there for you when you need help? If not, can you think of other ways to find your cheerleader? Please share your experience. Now is the time to select the ideal members for your board. What are you waiting for? I am Hoda Kilani, your Career and Academic Coach. I provide you with the latest strategies to innovatively craft your career journey your way.
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PSST...A career literacy tool I teach my clients is the habit of reflecting on their knowledge. Many clients initially reject the technique claiming they do not have time for this. However, once they give it a try, they typically cannot stop talking about its benefits. I urge you to try the following technique and share your experience. Your Knowledge is ValuableWhether you believe it or not, your knowledge is very valuable and you are accumulating new knowledge very fast every single day. Whether in your real or your virtual life, your knowledge is unique to you. Whether you are 14 or 25 years old, your knowledge is a powerful resource. However...
Career Theories AgreeAs per the majority of career theories, self-knowledge is a priority for career decision making. Part of this self-knowledge is knowing you who are, as well as, knowing what you know. Reflecting on your knowledge therefore helps you unravel the information you need to write your resume such as your skills, interests, experiences and abilities. Your Gateway to the Career You WantThis reflection is particularly important if you are fresh out of the education world and think that you have no skills. Knowing what you know is your gateway to finding the career you want and towards which you have mindlessly been drifting. Examples of skills that you may already have and are unaware of are, communicator (you are a good writer, debater or presenter) or team player (you enjoy group assignments or are part of a school sports team). These skills two of the top skills to get a job in today’s world. Additionally, think of your reflecting on your knowledge as a locator for your abilities. What you know could be a lifesaving skill for someone else. All you need to do is to reflect to find this knowledge and figure out a way to leverage it. A quick and simple example; knowing how to change a flat tire is an ability that you have and that could be lifesaving for someone stranded on a busy highway. Using Your KnowledgeNext up...Spending some time reflecting on how you can use this knowledge to influence your career path may lead you to move on to another piece of self-knowledge. Let us say you spent your summers running a lemonade stand or supporting others during garage sales. You may find that you have an interest in entrepreneurship. In ShortThe equation is simple: Reflect on your knowledge. Spend time slowly sorting through your knowledge to unravel your interests, experiences, skills and abilities. Then figure out if there is a way to benefit from this knowledge and use it for career decision making. Ok...I have to admit that it sounds simple but it is not that easy. You still need to schedule some reflection time. I promise you...You will not only be amazed by what you will find but also by what can do with the knowledge you already possess! For, "What is knowledge if you don’t use it" – Dr. Jane Carter MD I am Hoda Kilani, your Career and Academic Coach. I provide you with the latest strategies to innovatively craft your career journey your way.
The equation is simple Career Fit = Self-Knowledge + Career Knowledge + Industry Knowledge. Knowing YOU is the key prerequisite. How do you get to know YOU? By REFLECTING Several articles of my blog, Hoda's Musings, focus on incorporating the reflection process in your daily routine. Check them out 👇 https://lnkd.in/ggm3eQqa These articles reflect the services I provide to support clients to find their Right Career Fit. Today’s article emphasizes the value of reflection to reveal your interests and get to know you aka self-knowledge. Future articles will focus on the next two components of the Career Fit equation. Getting StartedOne way to get started is by looking at images that capture your attention. For example, as you scroll through social media, take a closer look at the images or reels that make you want to stop, click and or read more. Don’t overwhelm yourself by choosing many. Just choose the first one or go back to your accounts and see which ones you liked, commented on or shared. These likes and comments are telling you something about yourself. But what are they saying? Dig DeepNow that you have chosen the image/reel, it is reflection time. Follow along with the image provided as an example. Let’s pretend it caught your attention. What does dig deep mean? Ask the following questions: What is it about? Why did you choose it? Consider the first thing that caught your attention. What did you see? Not sure? Close your eyes and try again. Name the one primary item in the image that captured your interest. Here are some examples on how to dig deep and use this experience to become acquainted with YOU. BIKESWhat do you like about bikes?
FLOWERSWhat is it that you like about flowers?
PATIODid you even notice the patio?
NATUREPerhaps it was the fact that the image was outdoors?
Why THIS Image - MY TURNLet me give you a better idea by demonstrating my personal reflections on this image. I captured this image during vacation. Reflecting on what I saw, here is what I learned:
Do you see where I am going with this? Do you feel that you got to know my interests? What about you? What did you learn about YOU? Right Career FitOnce you feel that you know YOU, it is time to check out the different relevant industries and the possible jobs or even careers associated with these industries. Remember that the right fit career is the result of understanding YOU and recognizing the industries that best fit YOU. How to do that? Follow or connect for more. I am Hoda Kilani, your Certified Professional Career Coach. I provide you with the latest strategies to innovatively craft your career journey your way.
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