What am I good at? I am a great observer. I am able to quickly analyze what is going on around me, pick up on positive or negative vibes coming from the room, and read people and body language. I can identify inconsistencies and redundancies in the workplace that make work less efficient for everyone involved. Lastly, I am a good listener. I want to listen to details and offer my knowledge and feedback if that is what the person is looking for. I am a problem-solver and like to help navigate complex situations.
What do I value? I value my reputation in a professional sense and my integrity. I want people around me to trust me and feel comfortable coming to me in any situation that arises. I value peace in my life and do not like to feel stressed out over things I am unable to control, on the other hand, I also do not like to feel like I have completely lost control of the things going on in my life because it makes me anxious which, in turn, disrupts my peace.
How did I get here? I got here by focusing on goals that I put in my life, I focused on schoolwork to help me build my future, and I focused on my family. I put effort into being the best version of myself, and gaining knowledge I needed to build a better future and peace in life. I practiced self-care and listened/learned in situations that required my undivided attention.
Where am I going? The only way I plan on going is up. I am almost finished with school, I have a good career, and I plan to use my knowledge to the best of my ability, while still learning everyday. I want to move up until I am fulfilled in life and completely happy and comfortable with where I end up. I plan to grow with what life throws at me, and use everything as a teaching moment to keep my trajectory moving upward.
3 replies on “Self-Reflection”
Hey Mindy, thank you for sharing. I really enjoyed reading your post. it sounds like you are very confident in the things you are good at and how you have gotten to where you are now. One thing that resonated with me is how you described that you do not like to feel anxious over things out of your control. It is important to recognize that the only person you can control is yourself. I also liked how you mentioned that when things are in your control, you make sure to get them done so they don’t leave extra anxiety on your shoulders.
Hi Mindy! It’s clear how much self-awareness and intentionality you bring to both your personal and professional life. I was especially struck by how you described valuing peace and balance while still striving for growth and upward movement. That’s such a powerful combination. Your ability to read a room and listen deeply is such a strength, and I’m sure it makes a real impact in any team or setting you’re part of. Wishing you all the best as you keep building toward the life you’ve envisioned!
Hi Mindy, great post. I like how you mentioned your ability to listen and observe others around you- which is a great starting point for gaining trust from others. I like how you mentioned that you only want to go up- it is really important to have goals of growth, but I would encourage you to consider that you may not always be happier or more fulfilled in a higher/more important role. I would think about the things that really fulfill you at your job and seek that out.