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🧐 Invisible growth 🧐 Ever feel like you're putting in the effort, but you're not seeing results? Like you're stuck in one place despite all your learning and development? When that happens, remember that growth isn’t always visible at the surface. Imagine a tree, plant or root veggie, that’s spread deep underground before you see a single sprout. It’s working hard, building a foundation for future growth, even when nothing appears to be happening at the surface. 🌱 Your learning journey is the same! Some skills, mindset shifts, or personal development take time to manifest. They’re happening beneath the surface - quietly transforming your perspective, strengthening your resilience, and setting the stage for bigger leaps. Trust the process. What you're working on today is preparing you for the next level, even if you can't see the immediate changes. 👇 What’s one thing you’re learning now that might not be visible but you know will pay off in the long run?

Perspective Matters: Turning Failure into Learning Ever felt disheartened by failure? Remember, your perspective can transform failure into a powerful learning experience! “Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.” — Henry Ford Here’s why perspective matters: ✅ Growth Mindset: Viewing failure as a learning opportunity fosters a growth mindset.  ✅ Resilience: Embracing failure helps build resilience.  ✅ Continuous Improvement: Learning from failures leads to continuous improvement.  ✅ Innovation: Many innovations come from learning from mistakes. Thomas Edison said, “I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.” Remember, failure is not the end. It’s a stepping stone on the path to success. Change your perspective and turn failures into valuable lessons! #PerspectiveMatters #EmbraceFailure #LearnAndGrow #ImranAGhani

It's not about being perfect or getting everything right or even feeling like you've arrived...it's micro growth every day that matters. 5 minutes of reading here, jotting down a new idea there, learning a new skill over a week's time... these micro-actions lead to the macro change. If you keep learning, you will keep changing and keep adapting. This will ultimately lead you to find the success you're striving for. 🙌 #growthmindset

#mentoringmatters Big achievements come one small advantage at a time, one step at a time, one day at a time. – Jim Rohn One thing I was taught by the school system, or impressed upon me, is if you failed you are a failure. They put all the A students in one class, B students next, C students in another and so on and so forth. One of the unintended consequences of this action is that we are telling the students in lower classes "you are inferior to the higher class classmates". Nowadays we also add in the Jock, the Nerd, the Geek, the Outcast, etc, which further dishearten most people's will to try, fail, adjust. Another challenge our students are facing is that once they get an undesired grade, they usually do not get assistance to correct the mistakes they have made. In many inner city schools, many highschool graduates can't read nor do basic math. Our school system simply pushed them out. All the tax dollars we have invested in our school system, we are getting extremely bad return. Because of the mentorship I am receiving from Matt, I came to understand success is through failures, and success is not a destination but a journey. What I mean by "a journey" is, once you have achieved a goal, enjoy it for a day or two, then immediately set a higher goal and hit the road to new success; it never stops. I am grateful I am "on the road" all the time. Learning from the failures, mine and others, making adjustments, and trying again. I still don't like failure, but I appreciate the lesson it is teaching me. With Matt's help, I am extracting the most out of every failure I am experiencing. The road to success is paved with failures. Thomas J. Watson, the former CEO of IBM, once said "If you want to increase your success rate, double your failure rate." Friend, I pray for your speedy travel on the road to success. Book to read: Slight Edge. By Jeff Olson

Throughout my career, I've embraced the mantra: progress over perfection. While countless resources explore theories and concepts, true learning often happens when we take the leap and start doing. Imagine learning to walk – you could read every manual, but until you take that first wobbly step, the reality of balance and potential falls hits home. The same goes for professional growth. Mistakes, while not ideal, are inevitable stepping stones. We stumble, we brush ourselves off, and with each misstep, we gain invaluable experience. Being in a workspace or having a leader that allows for this is invaluable. I've certainly had my share of "learning moments” and by embracing them I feel I’ve built resilience and adaptability. It's about asking questions, staying humble, and understanding that growth isn't linear. We adjust, learn, and move forward – leaving blame behind. The key is to keep moving. Let's celebrate the courage to try, to experiment, and to learn from every experience – bumps and bruises included! After a really tough situation or embarrassing moment or true failure I’ve trained myself to shift from beating myself up towards “What did I learn?” This shift has helped me move towards the growth mindset I’m trying to lean into.

"Detaching from outcomes is huge for true growth to occur." A great takeaway from my coffee chat with the one and only David Gardner, MS, EMBA, QPFC last week. He always brings honesty + kindness. (which is the path to real connection, if you ask me) By detaching from a specific outcome, we can focus on what's in our control and get truly curious. As we discussed life changes like career shifts and raising a child and all the learning that comes along with that, some key ideas included: - identifying what your "controllables" actually are - detaching from outcomes - finding what makes you happy - leaning into positive paths forward rather than "limiting the negative" What would you add to the list of learning through change?

We often chase after a flawless existence, but what if imperfection holds the key? Making mistakes is woven into the fabric of the human experience. Not only are they inevitable, but they're also crucial for growth. ✨ Here's a perspective on why stumbling might actually mean you're on the right track: Learning Through Exploration: 👉 Mistakes often arise from venturing into uncharted territory. GROWTH! 👉 Success is a horrible teacher. LEARNINGS! 👉 Embracing the possibility of error allows for risk-taking, the lifeblood of innovation. TAKING CHANCES! People who are comfortable making and admitting mistakes are dedicated to self-improvement. As a matter of fact, I dedicated the past year of my life talking about my mistakes … and you know what, it’s cathartic. Even my best-selling book is called ‘Your AI Survival Guide: Scraped Knees, Bruised Elbows, and Lessons Learned from Real-World Deployments’, the whole premise is based on mistakes and the learnings that came from them. So if you have the choice: ✅ Sharing errors fosters trust and creates a supportive environment. ✅ Valuable lessons can be learned from observing others' mistakes too! So, the next time you make a misstep, don't beat yourself up. Consider it a growth move. See it as a chance to learn, and become a better version of yourself. After all, the path to success is rarely a straight line! #growthmindset #failforward #learningfrommistakes

This happens because they have competitive mindset. When I was in school, my classmates did not share notes. Just because they think if we share, they will lead. This is because they have competitive mindset and I believe in the world of learning. To have a competitive mindset is resistance to growth. I know that life is a mixture of engagement and competition. But, it not work in the world of learning. Let me tell you why, You all are aware of the term "Compound effect". Albert Einstein called it 8th wonder of the world. When you invest your time,money, and energy in something. After a certain period, it will compound. Same goes for Knowledge, Sharing knowledge is kind of investment, And will become compound by sharing. So, what do you think about having a competitive mindset in world of learning and growth? Happy Sunday 😊

What I learned in the last 3 months of 2024. Lesson #1 - If You Don’t Evolve, You Won’t Grow 👉 Growth happens when you adapt and upgrade yourself. 👉If you are stuck with the same skills or approach—revisit and refine. 👉Hold yourself accountable for your growth. Lesson #2 - Stick to What Works 👉Focus on strategies and methods that give results. 👉Don’t waste time experimenting endlessly; stop what’s not working. 👉Make decisions based on data, not emotions. Lesson #3 - Breaks Can Lead to Big Breakthroughs 👉Some of your best ideas will come when you step away from work. 👉Use downtime to think creatively and recharge your energy. 👉Fresh perspectives often lead to exponential growth. Actionable Takeaway: Keep learning and evolving. ->Balance logic with intuition to focus on results. ->Take breaks to unlock your full potential. ->Start implementing these lessons today to build a strong foundation for your tomorrow!!! Repost if you like this. Thanks Sudhansu