Benefits of Being Passionate About Your Work

 Everybody dreams of becoming something one day. When we were kids, we all had career

interests based on things we liked or for some random reason. But whatever the reason was,

we knew that we wanted to land a job in a particular field. As adults, we have become matured

enough to acknowledge the places our strengths lie, and what our weaknesses may be.

Unfortunately for some, the interest we had as kids and our current skillset may not exactly be

compatible, so we are left with the jobs our skills can match. Although this may seem

underwhelming, developing interest in whatever job your skills can get you is essential as it

would improve your overall performance and is a healthy thing for you.

BENEFITS OF BEING PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR WORK:

1. Increased Productivity: One of the major benefits about being passion about whatever job

your skillsets can land you is because you'd have a greater rate of productivity. You become

fueled with the motivation and the drive to complete tasks, put in greater effort, and gain better

results in your work.

2. Enhanced Creativity: When you're passionate about your job, you begin to think outside the

box and coming up with innovative solutions to problems.

3. Greater Job Satisfaction: Enjoying your work leads to a greater level of personal fulfilment

and overall happiness in your career.

4. Improved Engagement: Passionate employees are more likely to be involved in their work

and contribute beyond their basic duties.

5. Resilience in Challenges: When you are passionate about your work, you are more likely to

persevere through difficult situations.

6. Positive Work Environment: As a passionate worker, you'd be able to create a more positive

and collaborative working environment.

7. Career Advancement: Demonstrating passion for your work can lead to recognition and

opportunities for career growth.

8. Personal Fulfilment: Even though the job you currently have may not be as a result of your

interest but as a result of your skillset, developing passion for it and thriving in it can lead to a

greater sense of meaning and purpose in your life.

Resources:

https://www.biospace.com/how-important-is-it-to-be-passionate-about-your-job

https://uk.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/passionate-about-work

By: Carlson Nwawuru

Confidence is Key!

 

Anyone can build confidence inside of them by having self-awareness and acceptance, skill development, a positive mindset, and practice of exposure are things that help build confidence. One person must know their strengths and weaknesses. Many people are lost in the thought of competition just running in a race like rats trying to better themselves to prove themselves to others. People must begin to accept who they are as a person instead of comparing yourself to others.no person is perfect or born talented. Everyone must learn to develop such skills that help improve their way of work. 

Confidence grows when a person is good at what they do but that doesn't come without hard work. You must invest time in learning and improving your abilities. Another thing that also matters most in having confidence is having a good mentality towards yourself to not be insecure. Practicing having confidence is a great exercise to just lie to yourself for a minute and overcome any obstacle easily.

Having confidence is important because it influences various aspects of your life. Confidence helps you trust your abilities, making it easier to take action, make decisions, and stay persistent even when facing challenges. It can enhance performance by reducing self-doubt and encouraging you to push your limits. Confident people are more resilient when things don’t go as planned. They are less likely to be discouraged by failure and more likely to learn from their mistakes and keep trying. Confidence enables you to communicate effectively, express your thoughts, and set healthy boundaries, improving both personal and professional relationships. 

When you’re confident, you’re more likely to take initiative in pursuing goals or seeking opportunities. This could be starting a new project, applying for a promotion, or trying something outside of your comfort zone. A confident mindset can help lower anxiety in social situations or high-pressure environments. You’re less likely to second-guess yourself and more able to cope with uncertainty. Confidence can lead to higher self-esteem, as it’s rooted in a belief in your own worth and abilities. This positive self-image promotes emotional well-being. Confident people tend to be more persuasive and trusted by others, as their self-assuredness creates a sense of authority. This can lead to more leadership opportunities and influence.

TIPS TO BOOST CONFIDENCE:

1. Set personal goals and celebrate when you achieve them, no matter how small.
2. Talk to yourself with kindness, just like you would to a good friend.
3. Learn something new. It can be as simple as a new recipe or as challenging as a new language.
4. Exercise regularly to help improve your mood and energy levels.
5. Dress in clothes that make you feel good about yourself. When you look good, you often feel good, too. Fun Fact: You don’t need expensive clothes to do that!
6. Spend time with people who make you feel positive and support your growth.
7. Volunteer your time, as helping others can make you feel good about yourself.
8. Practice saying no when you need to—it's important to set boundaries for yourself.

 

https://www.calm.com/blog/how-to-gain-confidence

https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-boost-your-self-confidence-4163098

https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-be-more-confident

By: Mahnoor Saif Butt