Kenston Henderson Sr., CSP®’s Post

Halle-frigging-lujah Friday is finally here! As we head into the weekend, let’s take a moment to reflect on how we showed up this week. It’s super helpful to spend just 5 minutes each day, free from distractions, to think about: ·     What went well today? ·     How did you handle challenges? ·     Did you stay true to your values? ·     What strengths did you use that you can build on tomorrow? Then, at the end of the week, take a bit more time to look back. Weekly reflections can help you: ·     Spot Patterns: Notice any recurring themes in your wins and struggles. ·     Celebrate: Give yourself credit for what you’ve achieved. ·     Set Goals: Plan out what you want to focus on next week. ·     Be your unapologetic self: Make sure you’re staying aligned with your long-term goals and values. Enjoy the weekend you beautiful people ❤️

Have you had the time to do some self-reflection on your goals since the year started? Do you know why it's important to have some reflections on your goals? Now here's why: 🔺There are some lessons to pick up from reflecting on your goals. You may need to drop some old strategies that are not working and pick up some new ones. 🔺You'll receive new wisdom from reflection, which will help you  run even faster. 🔺It guarantees speed and gives you more insight on what to focus more on. And this is something you can do quarterly and half of the year, but never leave it until the end of the year. And of course, always going back to your goals helps you keep your goals in front of you. And there won't be any surprises at the end of the year when you stand to count your blessings. PS: I was off for a while on LinkedIn, and while I was out, I took some time to reflect on my goals, and it was eye-opening. I encourage you to find time and do the same with your goals. It's so beautiful to be back Happy New Week!

Stop waiting for January – your momentum starts now! 🚀 Most people wait for the magical New Year to start working on their goals. But here’s the thing: if you’re waiting for January, you’re already behind. I know the holidays make things slow down, but if you want to roll into the new year with real momentum, you need to start NOW. I’m kicking off a 4-step, 90-day Momentum Mastery to help you hit the ground running. Over the next few days, we’ll tackle everything from reflecting on your wins to setting solid goals. Let’s start with Step 1: Uncovering Progress. 💪 Ask yourself these: 1️⃣ What are my biggest wins this year? 2️⃣ What obstacles got in my way? 3️⃣ On a scale of 1-10, how satisfied am I with my progress? 4️⃣ What could I have done differently to make it a 10? 📝 Real talk: Be brutally honest with yourself. Take 15 minutes today to answer these, write them down, and get clear on where you’re at. Drop one big win in the comments! I’d love to celebrate with you. 🎉

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Welcome to SEPTEMBER! Happy new month everyone! I heard something powerful and I’ll like to share…It’s not just about where we’re going, but how we’re getting there. So often, we’re focused on the end goal, hitting targets, closing deals, or reaching milestones, that we forget to enjoy the journey along the way. But here’s the thing— the real growth, the real magic, happens in the PROCESS! Here are three ways I'm embracing the journey this month; 🔥 Being Present 🔥 Finding joy in the small wins 🔥 Staying curious Let’s make a pact this month to appreciate each step, no matter how small. Remember, success isn’t a straight line, and the journey is just as important as the destination. What’s one way you’re planning to enjoy the journey this month ? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Let’s inspire each other. 🚀

Step out of the rat race if you truly want to stand out. To do that: - Show your genuine self to build trust. - Share irresistible value to build authority. - Add the secret sauce of your story to build credibility. I don't think it's that complicated!! What's really complicated is: → Trying to sound smart. → Making vague and empty promises. → Demanding rewards and results without being genuinely helpful. → Having no patience for your efforts to start working. → Having no desire at all to give your 100% efforts. → Beating yourself for every single post's result. → Becoming the victim of jealousy, frustration, and comparison. → Not thinking in the long-term. Saying what everyone else is shouting might seem easy, but, it won't pay off in the long run. Being uniquely yourself might seem hard and a long route to take, but, in reality it's the easiest thing you can carry on with all your life. Want to shine, or get lost in the crowd? Make your decision wisely!💫 Happy New Week!!

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Happy October, everyone! 🍂 I’m excited to announce a new focus for the month. Every Wednesday, I’ll be diving into technical topics that every product manager should know. From APIs to databases and more, I’ll be breaking down the technical foundations that make our products tick. I know these topics can seem daunting, but they’re crucial for building better products and working seamlessly with engineering teams. My goal is to make them relatable and simple to understand, specifically for non technical product managers. As we step into this new month, let’s remember it’s also a fresh start for working toward our goals. Let October be the month we challenge ourselves to step outside our comfort zones, embrace new knowledge, and push closer to our aspirations. Remember, it’s not over until it’s over. You’ve got time to do that thing you’ve been meaning to do. Cheers ✨

There is no TWO YOU!! Be the best version of yourself and not the photocopy of another person. It is important for employees to have self awareness which enables them to leverage on their strengths and minimize their weaknesses. Stop trying to be like someone else, you are the only version of you that exists. The journey of destiny varies from persons to person, 🛑 stop trying to run another person's race. The people who you envy also envy you. Learn not to be in competition with anyone, learn not to unduly put unrealistic expectations on yourself. Learn from others and improve on yourself but live your life not on the terms and conditions of others. Happy New Week.

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