I bet you've found yourself questioning your career direction more than once. At least, I hope you have.
What once seemed like the pinnacle of success, the ultimate career goal, may now feel like a distant memory. As we evolve, so do our perspectives, desires, and values. The career path we envisioned for ourselves after graduation may no longer resonate with who we are today.
Often, our goals aren't truly our own. They're the byproduct of societal pressures, parental expectations, or the influence of others who have shaped our lives. Caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it's all too easy to keep chasing after dreams and goals that aren't authentically ours.
So, how can you be sure that you're on the right path, that your career direction still aligns with your true self? My answer is simple: take time for self-reflection and realign your vision periodically.
Vision. Ah, yes, the dreaded "vision" question. I used to loathe it, especially in job interviews. It felt utterly meaningless. But back then, I had yet to discover my true identity or direction. I was merely going through the motions, fulfilling someone else's aspirations, while I languished in the passenger seat of my own career.
Now, as brand strategy and personal branding have become my daily focus, vision stands out as a cornerstone element in my work with clients. Without a clearly defined vision, neither they nor I can make meaningful progress.
One of the most transformative exercises I've encountered for defining your vision is to meet with your inner mentor—your future self. It's a guided visualization exercise I learned from Tara Mohr's book, "Playing Big," that transports you into the future to connect with a wiser, more fulfilled version of yourself.
By truly connecting with your inner mentor, you gain clarity on your future path, instilling peace and confidence in the actions you need to take in the present.
If you're intrigued, I encourage you to explore Tara Mohr's website, where you can sign up for the free guided visualisation exercise (link below). Trust me, it's a profoundly magical experience!
So, whether you're just starting your personal branding journey or feeling adrift in your career, don't overlook the importance of defining your vision. And remember, let it be YOUR vision, not someone else's.
Far too often, we're told to seek wisdom and guidance externally, when in reality, all the answers we seek lie within us. It's time to tap into that inner wisdom and chart a course that's uniquely yours.
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