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🎯✨ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹-𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲! ✨🎯 Setting goals isn’t one-size-fits-all—this task works best when it aligns with how you think. We know the key to achieving meaningful goals is tailoring your approach to your unique Creative Thinking Mode: Entrepreneurship, Science, Technology, or Engineering. Here’s how to match your method to your mindset: 🧠 𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲 – Big ideas, bold visions! 𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘥𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺: OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) 𝘞𝘩𝘺 𝘐𝘵 𝘍𝘪𝘵𝘴: OKRs align with the visionary nature of Entrepreneurship Mode. They help you articulate bold, ambitious objectives while defining measurable key results to track progress. 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺: Start by setting a big-picture objective (e.g., Launch a community project), then identify 3-5 key results that define success (e.g., Gain 50 volunteers, secure $10,000 in funding, establish 5 partnerships). 🔬 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲 – Curiosity meets experimentation. 𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘥𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺: Hypothesis-Driven Goal Setting 𝘞𝘩𝘺 𝘐𝘵 𝘍𝘪𝘵𝘴: Science Mode thrives on experimentation and data. This methodology treats goals as hypotheses to test and refine based on results. 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺: Frame your goal as a hypothesis (e.g., If I spend 20 minutes daily practicing a skill, I’ll improve performance by 25% in three months). Measure outcomes and iterate to refine the process. 💻 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲 – Optimize and organize. 𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘥𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺: SMART Goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) 𝘞𝘩𝘺 𝘐𝘵 𝘍𝘪𝘵𝘴: Technology Mode focuses on efficiency and leveraging tools. SMART Goals provide a clear, structured approach that can easily be tracked and optimized with apps or digital tools. 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺: Set a SMART goal (e.g., Improve coding skills by completing three courses on Python within six months) and track progress using a project management app or online learning platform. 🔧 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲 – Structure and solve. 𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘔𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘥𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺: Systems-Based Goal Setting 𝘞𝘩𝘺 𝘐𝘵 𝘍𝘪𝘵𝘴: Engineering Mode excels in building frameworks and solving complex problems. This methodology emphasizes creating systems to achieve and sustain long-term goals. 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘺: Design a system to support your goal (e.g., Develop a weekly routine for learning a new skill by scheduling time, using resources, and tracking performance). Evaluate and tweak the system regularly for optimal results. ✨ Not sure which Creative Thinking Mode represents you right now? Take the ESTE Self-Assessment to get the answer! 💬 Which method resonates most with you? Let us know below! #GoalSetting #Goals #GrowthMindset #PersonalDevelopment #ESTELeverage

🌟 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙘 𝙤𝙛 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙢𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙠: 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙮𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝𝙨 🌟 Time and time again, we see transformative teams built on a foundation of collaboration and trust. In these relationships, members thrive by exercising their innate strengths: possibilities, intricacies, eventualities, and efficiencies. In these cohesive teams, projects often divide in a predictable pattern where one person envisions the possibilities, setting the direction and inspiring the team with what could be achieved. Another focuses on the intricacies, ensuring no detail is overlooked, and every piece fits together seamlessly. Someone naturally guides the project toward its future potential, seeing how it will evolve and grow beyond its immediate goals. Finally, a team member drives efficiency, keeping everything on track and ensuring progress moves forward smoothly. 💬 The result? When each member leads with their strengths, the team doesn’t just complete their project—they create something transformative, with a foundation for lasting success. 🙌 ✨ What strength do you bring to your team? Chances are, it changes depending on the project and setting. 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝘀, 𝗽𝗼𝗽 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗘 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁! https://lnkd.in/eAxPaxJV Share your experience of thriving in a collaborative environment below! 👇 #Innovation #Collaboration #Teamwork #ESTELeverage

🎄✨ Youth Focus Friday: 10 Ways Families Can Spread Holiday Cheer! ✨🎄 The holidays are the perfect time to come together as a family and make a difference in your community. If you're new to volunteering, this is a perfect time to start! There are many opportunities to get involved, and countless grateful organizations are seeking volunteers. Here are ten meaningful ways to spread kindness and joy while teaching kids the value of giving back: 1️⃣ Toy Drive Surprise: Encourage kids to donate toys they no longer use to a local charity or organize a toy drive in your community. 2️⃣ Bake and Share: Spend a fun afternoon baking treats together and deliver them to neighbors, firefighters, or elderly community members. 3️⃣ Family Volunteer Day: Volunteer as a family at a local shelter or charity. Help serve meals, sort donations, or join a community clean-up project. 4️⃣ Holiday Card Workshop: Create handmade holiday cards for nursing homes, hospitals, or military personnel stationed abroad. 5️⃣ Donation Jar Challenge: Set up donation jars for each family member. Collect spare change and allowances throughout the season, then donate the funds to a chosen charity. 6️⃣ Visit a Senior Center: Brighten the day of senior residents by playing games, sharing stories, or simply spending quality time together. 7️⃣ Meal Kit Assembly: Put together meal kits with non-perishable food items and donate them to a local food bank or shelter. 8️⃣ Blessing Bags: Create small care packages with essentials like snacks, gloves, and cash, and keep them on hand to give to someone in need. 9️⃣ Nature Clean-Up: Take a family nature walk and clean up a local park or trail. It’s a great way to teach environmental stewardship. 🔟 Read for a Cause: Host a family reading night where every book read equals a donation to a literacy charity or funds to buy books for a school in need. ✨ Bonus Idea: Start a gratitude jar as a family. Each day, write down something you’re thankful for and place it in the jar. At the end of the season, reflect together and decide on a charitable act based on your shared gratitude. 💬 Which of these ideas will your family try this holiday season? Let us know in the comments below, and let’s make this a season of kindness and connection! #HolidayGiving #YouthFocus #FamilyKindness #SpreadJoy #ESTELeverage

As 2024 winds down, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the lessons and growth this year has brought. We encourage you to consider the act of reflection as a cornerstone of personal and professional development. Think back: 👉 Which challenges pushed you outside your comfort zone? 👉 Which successes reminded you of your strengths? 👉 Most importantly, what’s your biggest takeaway from this year that will guide you into 2025? Growth starts with self-awareness. Recognize your wins and lessons; these are the experiences that shape the leader you’re becoming. 💬 Share your biggest takeaway from 2024 below. You never know who you might inspire! #YearInReview #Reflection #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #ESTELeverage

🌟 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆: 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 🌟 Conflict is a natural part of life—whether it’s a disagreement with a friend, a sibling, or a classmate. Learning how to resolve conflict effectively isn’t just about fixing problems in the moment—it’s about building skills that will serve you for a lifetime. Here’s a simple, 5-step approach to resolving conflicts that can be applied to any setting, at any level of conflict: 1️⃣ Identify the Conflict – Clearly state what the issue is. 2️⃣ Identify the Cause of Conflict – Ask yourself (and others involved): Why is this happening? 3️⃣ Suggest Solutions – Brainstorm ideas to address the issue. 4️⃣ Attempt to Solve the Problem – Collaborate and try the solutions. 5️⃣ Reach Out to Experts – If things feel stuck, seek guidance from a trusted teacher, mentor, or parent. 💡 Remember: These steps aren’t just for school or home. They’re life skills you’ll carry into every stage of life, from navigating friendships today to managing workplace challenges in the future. Encourage the young people in your life to practice these steps the next time they face a disagreement. With patience and effort, conflict resolution becomes an opportunity for growth, understanding, and stronger relationships. What tips have worked for you or your family when it comes to resolving conflict? Share your stories and inspire others below! #YouthFocus #ConflictResolution #LifeSkills #GrowthMindset

The progress highlighted in Forbes' World’s Top Companies for Women 2024 is both inspiring and a call to action. Over the past decade, we've seen meaningful strides: women now hold 29% of C-suite positions in the U.S., up from just 17% in 2015. However, this data also underscores that the journey toward true gender parity is far from over. We, ESTE Leverage, believe that equitable workplaces go beyond statistics. It’s about creating environments where women thrive by fully embracing their strengths, confidently articulating their value, and building authentic networks of support. These principles align with the ESTE Paradigm, which fosters growth through self-awareness, connection, and purposeful leadership. The companies featured in this list include MAIF, Netflix, Microsoft, NICE, Man Group, and Micron Technology, who are leading the charge by implementing practices that champion equity and inclusion at every level. Their work demonstrates the transformative power of intentional leadership in shaping a more equitable future What practices is your organization adopting to empower women and close the leadership gender gap? Do you work for one of these top companies? Share your thoughts and experiences so we can learn and grow as a community! #ESTELeverage #WomenInLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #EquityInTheWorkplace #GrowthThroughConnection

What if success wasn't just about #skills, but about deeply understanding who you are and building a #network of authentic relationships? That’s the heart of the #ESTEParadigm —a transformative approach to personal and professional growth. 🚀 These three dimensions of ESTE create a powerful pathway to fulfillment and impact: 1️⃣ Self-Awareness 2️⃣ Relationship Building 3️⃣ Social Capital Together, these three dimensions #empower individuals to lead with #purpose, deepen relationships, and create lasting change in their communities. ESTE isn’t just a framework—it’s a movement toward a more connected and values-driven future. 💬 Which dimension resonates most with you right now? Share your thoughts or tag someone who embodies these principles! 👇 #SelfAwareness #SocialCapital #Leadership #GrowthMindset #ESTELeverage

🤝 The Power of Listening: Building Trust There will be moments in most relationships when someone comes to you—not for answers, but for support. In these moments, they’re not asking you to solve their problem. They’re asking you to listen. 🌟 ✨ What they’re really saying: I trust you. I feel safe with you. I need space to think aloud. By quietly listening and showing them that you trust their ability to ask the right questions and find their own solutions, you reinforce their confidence and strengthen your bond. 💡 ✅ Here’s how to support them: Listen without interrupting. Validate their feelings. Encourage them with thoughtful questions, not immediate solutions. These simple acts foster #resilience, #problemsolving, and a deep sense of #trust. Your presence and patience are more powerful than any quick fix. 💖 💬 How do you create safe spaces for others to open up? Share your tips or moments below! 👇 #YouthFocus #ParentingTips #ListeningSkills #YouthEmpowerment #ESTELeverage

Gratitude is more than a feeling—it's a powerful force that connects #cultures, inspires #innovation, and fuels #purpose. Across the globe, traditions like Pongal in India, Chuseok in Korea, and the Green Corn Festival of Native American tribes show us how gratitude brings people together, fostering creativity and progress. 🌍💡 At #ESTELeverage, gratitude is woven into everything we do—whether it’s driving entrepreneurial spirit, sparking scientific curiosity, enabling technological breakthroughs, or building sustainable solutions through engineering. 💡 Here’s how #gratitude inspires ESTE innovation: ✨ Entrepreneurship: Turning challenges into opportunities with appreciation for connections. ✨ Science: Honoring discovery and the mysteries of the natural world. ✨ Technology: Creating tools that make life better and more inclusive. ✨ Engineering: Designing sustainable systems with respect for human and environmental needs. Gratitude not only strengthens relationships and well-being but also drives collective growth across boundaries. 🌟💪 💬 What role does gratitude play in your life or work? Share your thoughts or tag someone you’re grateful for below! 👇 🖱️ Dive into how gratitude connects cultures and fuels purpose through ESTE: https://lnkd.in/eihMhTZA

Gratitude and generosity are powerful forces that illuminate our lives and those around us. Take a moment to express your thanks to someone who has brightened your path—you just might inspire them to light someone else’s way too. 💬 Feeling outgoing? Tag someone who has been your light and let them know how much they mean to you. #Gratitude #Thanksgiving #Kindness #Inspiration #ESTELeverage