Strategies For Cultivating A Growth Mindset For Freelancers

                                                                                 

The illiterate of the future are not those who can’t read or write, but those who cannot unlearn, relearn. ~  Alvin Toffler

You cannot grow if you don’t look inward. Working on your inner self is a life-long process; and the ripple effect it can have on your life when done right, is awe-spiring, to say the least.

It is easy to find yourself stuck in a cycle of mindless consumption instead of investing your time in your own growth. Failure to nurture your mind, and soul could lead to feelings of unfullfilment.

As a freelancer, you might be dealing with a number of realities, and one of them is how to change your mindset for personal development and self improvement purposes.

If you want to get to the core of your potential but don’t know where to start because embracing change is no walk in the park, especially when you are accustomed to comfort, here are 5 ways to help you cultivate a growth mindset.

Be Open To Change

They say change is as good as a holiday. You can start by yearning for a new life, or way of living. Dreaming is always a good place to start, do a thorough wishful thinking template regarding your life and highlight what you wish you could change about it, and then write it down. The next step would be letting go of what you don’t want to be associated with anymore and adapting by trying new things in order to drive meaningful change.

Observe Yourself

Do an internal audit on yourself and how you are inclined to things, as well as your entire approach and outlook as far as your thoughts are concerned. Self improvement is not something you achieve overnight; it requires you to put in the work. And when putting in the work, you have to be intentional and consistent in your approach; observation will help you introspect and think rationally while embracing change.

Identify Your Weaknesses

Check for what you have observed. It is difficult to diagnose something you have not named. So, name the areas that need improvement in your life, it could be about a particular aspect of your life like skills development or personal finances; or a complete overhaul on all areas relating to your growth, so that you start looking at solutions to the problem areas you have identified, and research how to go about them.

Set Goals & Timelines

Once you have understood what areas to work on, set goals and timelines to maximise your efforts. One of the best ways to set realistic goals and timelines is by being honest and intentional with yourself. You know your self better, so be clear in your decision-making. You don’t have to take on too much, start small and increase the goals as you go along.

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Invest In Your Growth

We live in a world filled with a plethora of information at our fingertips, yet most times you find yourself invested in mindlessly consuming information that is to your own detriment; it has no sense of value to your life. It’s easy to get caught up in such distractions, hence you need to nurture your mind and soul to live a fulfilled life. For instance, if you spend most of your time consuming content about gossip and people’s personal lives; you could channel that energy into enhancing your mindset. Your life and how you think are more important than immersing yourself in other people’s lives. You need balance in life, sharing this includes the type of information you consume.

Monitor & Evaluate

Embracing change without monitoring and evaluating your actions can be detrimental to your efforts. Reviewing your actions allows you to maintain accountability and ensuring everything is running smoothly and apply changes where need be.

Know Your Why

Every time you are faced with self-doubt, ask yourself why you’re doing what you’re doing. This will help inform your thought process and work towards finding the right solutions that will enable you to embrace change as a lifestyle. Find Your North Star and ensure it aligns with your mission and purpose. It helps you cope on hard days, as you know why you started. You are the custodian of your vision and purpose.

Conclusion

Always remember decisions drive outcomes. The ball is in your court; use it to transform yourself and watch as you reap the invaluable rewards of honouring the mindset change promises you made to yourself, which also fosters a sense of trust in yourself. Expanding your mindset is key to attaining the life of your dreams both professionally and personally.