Today’s post and podcast are about personal development. Why is personal development important? Because growth is key for everyone to thrive. Ms. Sherae Long, the guest on the podcast, will share some of her goals for 2024. She will share why personal development is important to her at this time in her life.

Gathering formation from the article, 4 Steps for Establishing Personal Development Goals, here are the four basic steps to establishing personal development goals. They are:

• Create a vision.
• Develop a plan.
• Track your progress.
• Review.

These simple steps are the beginning of change. The link to this article and website is included below. There is excellent information you can use to begin your journey. Quoting the writer, Vanessa Leikvoll, “Contrary to what fixed mindsets believe, however, life-changing success isn’t born from performance and results. Plenty of people perform well and have incredible skill sets yet still find themselves stuck. To get out of a limiting mindset, learn how to create a clear vision, write personal and professional development goals, and shift into a growth mindset.”

It is important to remember that change is about doing work. There are different levels for each of us. What’s significant is that each of us can change. For those who may lack motivation or don’t know where to begin, included here is a website that is holding a conference in February of 2024 should you be interested. I’ve Decided because I Can is the organization.  https://ivedecided.org/our-mission-is-your-success/

Growth is a continual journey. It is not a destination. Let 2024 be the beginning of a journey of transformation. Once you have created your vision, research is due diligence. Only you know the details of the changes you need to make to get what you want.

Another great resource is, Becoming Better. This site has a list of resource information that runs the gamut of change. From “not sure where to start” to brain exercise. This includes behavioral change and mindful meditation. There are plenty of options to choose from once you have decided to change. To quote Nike, “Just do it.” https://becomingbetter.org/resources/

Leikvoll, V. (2023, April 20). 4 Steps for Establishing Personal Development Goals. Https://Leaders.com/Articles/Personal-Growth/Personal-Development-Goals/. Retrieved December 11, 2023, from https://leaders.com/articles/personal-growth/personal-development-goals/#h-4-steps-for-establishing-personal-development-goals