Over the last year, a lot of things have changed for me. I went from being a college student at Mizzou (Go Tigers!) to being a college graduate, to being unemployed, to job-hunting while having a less-than-stellar part-time job, to starting a full-time gig. And, along the way, I also started this blog.
It’s crazy to think just how much has changed in just one year. I’ve learned more about myself this year than in the prior five years combined. There’s something about graduating from college, and entering a new life stage that makes you realize just how far you’ve come.
For starters, I’ve learned to just be myself! During that crazy, transitional period- known as the job-hunting phrase- it’s so easy to lose the real YOU! All the cover letters become so traditional and formatted that it becomes devoid of your personality. And, more importantly all the quirks that make you unique. I used to want to hide from them, but then I realized I need to make them a part of my personal brand. That’s what sets you apart from the pack.
I’ve also learned to never stop learning. You’re never too old or wise to stop learning new tricks. To quote, Bob Marley- “Times are a’changin’.” Those that position themselves for success are the ones that continue to learn new things and can roll with the punches.
Lastly and most importantly, don’t be afraid of change! Change is inevitable. And, it’s how you roll with those changes that really matters.
