What if you knew something big was about to happen this year? Loss of a job or the opportunity you’ve been waiting for?
Positive or negative, most people hope for the best, worry about the rest and wait for news to break. Yet, in a world of great uncertainty and constant change, as things get less and less predictable, we can and must do more to build our own resilience and when better than at a break of a new year.
Three strategies to prepare for the future, as uncertain as it may be:
Start with Predictions and Clarity: What scenarios might you face this year? What clues suggest what’s coming? Predicting these can help you make decisions and take actions that build resilience and opportunities. While we can’t plan for every scenario, most people can make good guesses to focus on what truly matters, because most people can tell when a storm is coming by smelling the air.
Make Smart Choices: What can you start doing today to prepare for these scenarios? Should you refresh your CV in case of a job loss? Absolutely! How about refreshing your network? Yes, networks are most effective when maintained regularly, not just when you need them.
Take Small, Consistent Actions: Research on habits shows that small, consistent actions lead to meaningful changes. Once you’ve defined your actions, keep going at a steady pace. Small steps, taken consistently, lead to cumulative results.
Some might think starting a new year with potential negative scenarios is a glass-half-empty approach. However, clarity provides a powerful sense of direction and can work in our favour.
Now, we can wrap up in the warm blankets of optimism, hope, and a bit of luck, knowing that we are already working for ourselves and on ourselves, which is a great way to start a new year.
Now, we can wrap up in the warm blankets of optimism, hope, and a bit of luck, knowing that we are already working for ourselves, on ourselves, which is a great way to start a new year.
