Building a Resilient Mindset for Career Growth

Early in my career, I faced a moment many of us dread: A sudden, unexpected company reorganization. It seemed like overnight ➟ my role ➟ my team ➟ my daily tasks were all up in the air. I remember the anxiety. The flurry of rumors. The uncertainty. They clouded my thoughts about the future. But it was in this chaos that I found clarity. I realized that change, though daunting, also brings opportunities for growth. I wrote an article on this for Harvard Business Review. Here are 5 actions you can take when your professional life is unpredictable: 1. Embrace the Uncertainty Use periods of change as a catalyst for introspection. Reflect on what truly matters to you and your future. 2. Define Your Identity Think about who you need to be... Not just what you need to do. 3. Focus on the Process Establish and commit to positive career behaviors. It gives you a sense of control and leads to results. Examples: • Contribute in each team meeting • Expand your network every week  • Offer a strategic idea to leadership monthly • Take on a stretch opportunity once a quarter • Thank a coworker for something helpful every day 4. Cultivate Learning Agility Be ready to adapt. Stay curious. Embrace new ideas. This mindset isn't just to survive; it helps you thrive. 5. Ask for and Act on Feedback Regularly seek feedback. Take time to reflect on it. It's crucial to know where you're growing. And where you need to improve. Change can be scary. But it's also a chance to reset. To pivot. You may discover new paths you hadn't noticed before. Remember... It's not the strongest or most intelligent who survive. It's those who can best manage change. Lean into the uncertainty. Use it as a stepping stone. Build a career that's not just successful, but also aligned with who you truly are. Find this valuable? Repost ♻️ to share with others.  Thank you! P.S. What keeps you going when things get uncertain?

I recently coached a team leader who had hit a wall. Great instincts, strong vision—but every mistake felt personal. Every critique, a threat. Every missed target, a question of worth. He didn’t need more strategy. He needed to step away from some unexamined narratives stuck on repeat, and... He needed a new "Mantra Playlist" with greatest hits like: -I am not finished. I am forming. -Growth begins where comfort ends. -Struggle is the work. -I choose formation over perfection. -Failure is not final, it's formative. -Curiosity keeps me moving. -Effort shapes what talent cannot. -Progress is slower (and deeper) than it looks. -Who I’m becoming matters more than what I achieve. -Resilience is built, not born. That’s the core of a Growth Mindset. It’s not about faking positivity. It’s not about glossing over failure. It IS about rewiring your perspective (and brain) toward curiosity, learning, and development. And science spells out the payoff: -Teams that adopt growth mindset cultures see higher innovation rates and adaptability (Dweck, Harvard Business Review) -Leaders who model learning over perfection build psychological safety—the #1 predictor of high-performing teams (Google Project Aristotle) Growth Mindset isn’t a posture. It’s a system of belief that shapes resilience. The leaders and teams that endure? They don’t just chase wins. They rewire for formation: "always be learning." 📌 Where are you (or your team) being invited to grow—without needing to get it right the first time? #growthmindset #leadershipdevelopment #groundedandgrowing #formation #learningculture #resilience #leadershiphabits

Daily exercise and a good nights sleep ward away all types of physical ailments. It builds your immune system, strengthens your muscles, creates new gateways in your brain, provides energy stores to your cells and many other benefits. These habits help you build resilience in your body. But how do you build resilience in your mind? You need to have a strong daily regiment to build your personal resilience. And in todays rapid change environment, personal resilience is more important than ever. We need to build our mental resilience to avoid getting overwhelmed by the constant barrage of change we experience everyday. In the PWC “Hopes and Fears Survey 2024” nearly two-thirds of employees say they’ve experienced more change at work in the last year than in the 12 months prior, and one-third of workers say they’ve experienced four or more significant changes at work in the last year, including to their team structures and daily job responsibilities. One of my mentees shared with me that they have had 4 managers in the last 12 months. Another shared that 50% of their team was laid off and the workload feels untenable. And a third reported that the charter of their team was changed without notice which has upended every project they were working on. While there is certainly a role that leaders, managers and organizations have in managing change better and in resourcing their teams effectively, there is also a burden that we each have to manage our own mental resiliency to lean into the change and learn through it. I believe that every change presents itself with an opportunity for growth and to build your own effectiveness. But it means we need to learn and then practice the skills to build that resiliency with the discipline necessary to apply it. Some practices like: 1. Practicing being present and not letting your mind dwell on past or future problems – but staying focused on one step at a time as you tackle the challenges and opportunities at hand. 2. Daily prioritization of what is critical, relevant and impactful and setting aside tasks that are not 3. Communicating with leaders, managers and peers about what change is happening and working to make sense of that change in your own mind – building out perspective and making meaning 4. Leaning on others for support to help you through the change and recognizing when you are feeling overwhelmed 5. Building strategies to help yourself when you get to the point of feeling overwhelmed – breathing exercises, meditation, taking walks, writing things down, stepping away are some of the mechanisms I have used to calm myself when I feel overwhelmed. Finding what works for you What are some practices and habits that you have found that have helped you build out your personal resiliency? #reslience #changemanagement #leadership #allies https://lnkd.in/gzRk2qey

A CLEAR VISION DOESN’T ALWAYS HAVE A CLEAR PATH The question is… Can you be okay with that? Almost every one of us have gotten to the point where we just want to be told what to do. You’re exasperated. You know what you want, but you don’t know how to get there. You’ve tried it on your own long enough to no avail & now you just want to arrive at the destination. “Just tell me what to do & I’ll do it” Right? But let’s face it. The road to greatness is rarely a straight line. It’s a continuum between clarity & chaos that we all find ourselves on at some point. It's filled with unexpected twists, turns, & detours that can leave even the most determined leaders feeling uncertain. As a single mother of 3 recreating my life & as an entrepreneur starting from scratch, I’ve often had to navigate the unknown. Fortunately, I’ve been able to find my way with the right mindset & by developing a stellar skillset. And the good news is, you can as well. So, how do you thrive when the path ahead is anything but clear? And how do you turn ambiguity into your greatest ally? Here’s my roadmap for embracing the unknown & conquering your journey with unshakeable confidence: 🎯 SHIFT YOUR PERSPECTIVE: See uncertainty as an adventure. Picture yourself as an explorer. Each step uncovers new strengths, hidden possibilities, & innovation beyond your dreams. 🎯 HARNESS FLEXIBILITY: Flexibility is your superpower. Stay agile & open to change. Adapt tactics to the ever-changing landscape. Pivoting keeps you ahead & ready for any challenge. 🎯 BUILD A RESILIENT MIND: View setbacks as setups for comebacks. Resilience is bouncing forward. Embrace mistakes as learning experiences, fueling determination for greater heights. 🎯LEVERAGE YOUR SUPPORT SYSTEM: No hero's journey is complete without a trusted team. Surround yourself with colleagues & coaches who believe in your vision. Their wisdom, encouragement, & diverse perspectives will be your guiding lights through the fog of uncertainty. 🎯PRACTICE RADICAL SELF BELIEF: Believe in your ability to figure things out. Cultivate an unshakeable belief in your mindset & skillset. Remind yourself daily that you have the skills, experience, & resilience to navigate any terrain. 🎯 CELEBRATE ALL PROGRESS: Don’t wait for the finish line. Celebrate every milestone. These victories fuel your passion & keep your momentum soaring. 🎯 STAY ANCHORED IN YOUR VISION: Your vision is your North Star. Revisit it regularly for inspiration & motivation. Let it propel you forward every day. A clear vision doesn’t always need a clear path, it needs a courageous leader willing to embrace the adventure. Your journey is unique, filled with limitless potential & extraordinary possibilities. So jump in & make magic happen! ~Are you ready? #motivation #business #personaldevelopment READY FOR STRATEGIES TO TRANSFORM YOUR VISION INTO REALITY? LET’S TALK. DM me today for more.