We often view development as something that happens to us, not something we have complete control over. The way I see it, my development resides 100% with me & it's up to me how much time I dedicate to it.
Our development is always important but it should never be urgent, there has to be a proactive approach towards it.
It all starts with taking Pride in yourself, in your role in the organisation, your team, your group wherever you are & having a passion for what you do every day. Find what motivates you & drives you. Once you do that, then you can inspire those around you - your friends, family, colleagues or even your bosses to drive them to do their best too. The combination of taking ownership & having a positive focus makes People grow & when that happens, it creates even more opportunities to learn & develop.
Development is our responsibility. It will not happen automatically, if we do not dedicate time to it. Exceeding expectations is a great first step toward your development. But the second step of keeping your own expectations low is equally important. It is also important to mention that doing the task in hand well is not always enough. You must be sure that others are aware of what you are doing & what are you up to. All of this requires one thing: Time.
Remember though, you are not alone. To have a structure, robust, challenging development plan we need someone with proper understanding of this philosophy. There are people, who'll talk to you about this stuff, will make you go forward. Take advantage of this social sponsors. Advises are on offer for free, but not the idea. Start connecting with people around who inspire you & whom you inspire. The world is flat & green, take advantage of this to support your development.
