Career change is about creating thousands of tiny shifts and baby steps in a new and consistent direction. Starting the process of change may be easier than you think. Each day, engage in at least (3) three easy, fun, and NEW activities/experiences. Try these (7) seven fun personal experiences to help shake up your work mojo and create a positive professional ripple effect.
1. Watch a show or movie related to your interest or hobby: Love home renovation and décor? Check out “Flip or Flop” and “Rehab Addicts” on HGTV. Whatever you love, there’s a reality TV show for that, so follow whatever you’re into.
2. Re-read a favorite book: There is a saying, we don’t pick books, but rather they pick us. Dust off one of your favorite books and start reading it again. Chances are you’ll soon discover a new reason why you’ve always loved it.
3. Put your dreams on paper: There is a major energy shift when we take just one idea and put it down on paper. It really doesn’t matter what you write - your thoughts, plans, or creative ideas - write at least one page EVERY day. Even if journaling isn’t your thing, write whatever comes to mind and keep your thoughts positive.
4. Take a 20-minute walk: Try to walk 20-30 minutes every day. This week take a different route to your everyday walks. Let this tiny change motivate you to make other small changes throughout your day.
5. Call seven (7) friends or former co-workers: People are growing tired of connecting only via Zoom, text, and social media. Try an old school approach. Pick up your phone and call the seven people. Wish them a Happy New Year and offer inspiration and motivation for a positive 2021. Touching base with an old colleague could be the ideal tiny shift to put a new job opportunity into motion.
6. Take a 10-15 minute bath instead of a shower: I know this one seems random but trust me. This is a small switch to your daily routine and your entire day.
7. Clean out clutter from your physical and mental space: Clear out your environment and replace your negative or even neutral thoughts WITH potential, hope and, possibility.
The possibility is always there – waiting to knock at any moment. This week think about doing little things differently and with a different focus to create a brand new opportunity.