Tag: personal development
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What is Intuition and How Can We Leverage It for Personal Growth?
Definition Intuition is knowing or understanding something without reasoning or evidence. It is an instinct of knowing something without all the facts. It’s formed through prior experiences and outcomes, or a culmination of some knowledge, we’ll form our intuition about things, people, outcomes, etc. If you’re interested in learning more about how it works from…
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What is Cultivation and Why is it Essential in Personal Growth?
Definition Cultivation is the act of tending to something to help it grow. When we tend to our own growth, we increase our knowledge, capacity, understanding, and so much more! We can unlock new beginnings, new perspectives, and so many more possibilities. What Does it Mean to Cultivate Personal Growth? Cultivating growth means you consistently…
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What Are Insights & How Do They Help Us Grow?
Definition Insight is the ability to discern the true nature of a situation, especially by intuition. Gaining insights from others can unlock new possibilities that we could not see on our own. Insight is also gained with experience. We have experiences that teach us. We use this learning when we encounter similar situations in the…
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Expectation Management: A Common Business Hazard
Definition Expectation is the act of expecting something. If you expect something, you are anticipating it, planning for it, and if you don’t have your expectations met, you are likely to be disappointed. We all expect different things, sometimes without data to back up our reasoning. Sometimes based on prior experiences, or information. Expectations could…
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What is Inspiration and How Can It Keep Us Going?
Definition Inspiration is manifesting excitement in others. When we share our stories and perspectives with others, we have the possibility of inciting a positive chain reaction in their lives. Inspiration can be a powerful, motivating force. My Experience I’ve encountered many sources of inspiration throughout my life and career. I think I started to notice…
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Why is Leadership Such a Hot Topic on LinkedIn (Part 2)?
Definition of Leadership Leadership is the position or office of a leader and the capacity or ability to lead. Leadership can be leading people, either directly or indirectly. Leadership can be leading things, processes, procedures, meetings, events, etc. Why is Leadership Such a Hot Topic on LinkedIn? In follow up to my original article What…
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What is Introspection and How Can it Help Us Unlock our Potential?
Definition Introspection is the contemplation of our own thoughts, feelings, and sensations. It is self-examination. Introspecting for growth means understanding our own thoughts, feelings, and beliefs so that we can be intentional about our actions and decisions moving forward. My Experience For me, introspection goes deeper than reflection. Reflection is thinking about things in the…
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What is Reflection and How Can it Supercharge Personal Growth & Development?
Definition What is Reflection? Reflection is the act of reflecting back on experiences, information, and situations. Reflection can help us grow if we use it as a tool. Reflect for a different perspective or understanding. Reflect on what you could have done better and will do next time. My Experience When I think about reflection,…
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What is Leadership and Why is it Such a Hot Topic on LinkedIn (Part 1 of 2)?
Definition What is Leadership? Leadership is the position or office of a leader and the capacity or ability to lead. Leadership can be leading people, either directly or indirectly. Leadership can be leading things, processes, procedures, meetings, events, etc. My Experience Leadership has meant many different things to me throughout my life and career. Early…
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What is Perception and How Can We Cultivate its Growth?
Definition What is perception? Perception is the process of perceiving something with the senses. Throughout our adventure in life, perceptions are formed and changed based on new information and experiences. My Experience When I reflect on how my own perceptions have changed over the years – The first thought that comes to mind is that…
Perceptive Zeal 