Futures’ Post

Channel your Energy in the right place.

Career is built not through logic but imagination

Landing those wins at work feels like hitting the sweet spot in a game of darts – it's that satisfying bullseye moment that makes all the effort worthwhile. Those wins are like the fuel that keeps your professional engine running. They matter because they validate the countless hours of hard work, strategic thinking, and late nights fueled by coffee. They're not just wins on paper; they're a testament to your skills, dedication, and the ability to rise to the occasion. Those wins at work matter because they're the milestones that turn your career into a journey worth taking.

Let's just say for a minute that the middle class is dissolving... what did you do today, this month or this year to make sure you went into the upper class when them dissolution took place? Did you wake up early? Work late? Travel away from home? Accept a new challenge? Be present in your career? Give up that addiction? Negotiate the best deal you could for yourself at your current job? Look for a new job if you're on a dead end road? Ya'll you are about to witness a financial revolution and ultimately a transfer of wealth probably of historical caliber... the winners will be producers in society, the hardest workers, the people who represent value and aren't afraid to ask for what they are due. What are you producing? Are you bringing to value? Are you asking for the commensurate piece of the pie? If not you really should be.

Focus on the 3 W's to find your dream role 1. What type of work do you want to do? 2. Where do you want to work? 3. Who do you want to work for? Then, Give yourself a scorecard out of 10 for each of the 3 above. How do they rate? Can you do anything to change things? If you must exit, how long would you like the runway to be...? Dream roles are often created by positioning yourself with the correct company / business owner. It rarely exists as "done for you". Back to back wins in your career begins by being clear.

2023 has provided me with many opportunities to reflect on the things that have molded me professionally throughout my career. Those below are at the core of what drives satisfaction for me in my professional life. Do any of these resonate with you? What are some of the things that keep you satisfied and motivated? · Operate with Integrity – for me this means following the rules (even when others may not and even if you could get away with bending or breaking them) · Establish a circle of trusted advisors – these should be people who are or have been where you want to go, those who are where you have been, peers, and even people outside of the sphere in which you work – and truly listen to and incorporate their perspectives · Put people first – this is true for your clients, your partners, your colleagues and all of their families – helping people and running a profitable business are not mutually exclusive · Don’t do anything you aren’t passionate about – passion fuels innovation · Continue to grow a thicker skin and stronger backbone – not everyone will believe in your vision, but those who do and help make it a reality make it worthwhile · Don’t ever take for granted any of the people that helped get you where you are today

A small glimpse into what it feels like to be doing work that you have passion for. 1. Your own work feels like a hobby,rather work. 2. You're are super excited about Mondays. 3. You feel like you're not competing for a job with anyone, because you care more about your industry thriving, rather fighting others for the top position. 4. Money is not your top priority when deciding where to work or which company you wanna work with/for. 5. You find yourself having days/weeks/months or even years of getting lost in "work"/passion✅. And it doesn't even feel tiring. 6. You learn things faster. You iterate things quicker. 7. The admin part of your doesn't feel like chore, but rather it feels like an opportunity to set a solid foundation for the exciting parts. 8. You look forward to failing, cause then it will give you an opportunity to close the gaps in your foundation. 9. You don't feel the need to prove yourself to anyone, but you get your own personal fulfillment through being consistent at your work ethic. 10. You're just happy with where you are in life. Whether you're an intern, junior, senior, executive, director or share holder. You enjoy every process of your journey, despite the amount of time it takes to move from one level to the next. Your deserve to be chasing your true passion🌟 picture obtained from: "Warren Buffett." AZQuotes.com. Wind and Fly LTD, 2024. 02 May 2024. https://lnkd.in/dYm2Wd7d

Any endeavor in life, including career goals, requires assessment and support. I’m sharing a story today about my youngest daughter, Aurora, whose recent experience showcases the highs and lows of pursuing any dream. Honestly, it’s also a chance for me to process what it took to support her dream and my takeaways – check out this week’s blogcast for more info! https://lnkd.in/gmtJ-vRc

Spotlight Strength: Competition "Leaning into who I am naturally changed my performance/energy and passion...it made me excited to come to work." If you're ready to do work that energize and excites you, message me about joining a Strengths Powered Career Masterclass in December! The best gift to give yourself and others during the holiday is tools to find meaningful, energizing work. https://lnkd.in/gQVUg4TP

Stepping into 26th year of my professional career . This is the first year of my career, I have no pressure to compete with anyone but with self'. Only person to compete and better is my own "self". & What it means is a "No Regret Life" and I summarized in few points below. 1. No urge to beat anyone to prove that you are great. 2. No urge to use your power and position to make your subordinates and peers feel insecure 3. No to Corporate Politics 4. No to artificial Image makeover. Being your real self is a blessing 5. Confidence to say " What you believe " and Say no to all that "Yes" you were forced to say & digest in the past 2 decades. 6. Confidence to step down if there is a need for someone to take your pedestal. 7. Putting your employees interest first before your self interest and Incentives 8. No pressure for growth, awards and rewards. I don't chase those rabbits anymore. 9. Spending quality time with your family and friends. 10. No fear of losing my job , if it's for the right reason then let it go gracefully. 11.Developed a skill which ensures that I & family will never runout of our food and essentials in life. More importantly feeling blessed and grateful for this wonderful journey and all the peers, mentors, critics who made me what I am today. Cheers DC*