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Happy Better Yourself Friday! 🎉 As we reflect on Heritage month, let's celebrate our diverse backgrounds and how they shape us personally and professionally. Embracing our heritage reminds us of the importance of resilience and growth. Our focus this week is on building resilience and planning for the future! 🌱🛠️ Resilience is important as it helps us bounce back from setbacks, adapt to change, and stay focused on long-term goals. We can build resilience in these four ways.

Firstly, we can accept challenges. This means embracing obstacles as opportunities for growth. For example, if a project fails, focus on what you learned and apply it next time. Secondly, develop coping mechanisms, you can achieve this by practicing mindfulness, journaling, or even short breathing exercises to handle stress effectively. Thirdly, seek for feedback. Ask for constructive criticism to improve. Honest feedback helps you adjust your approach, making you stronger. Lastly, focus on the small wins. 🏆 Celebrate progress, even if it’s minor. Completing a task ahead of schedule or learning a new skill are all steps toward your bigger goals.

As we navigate early career experiences, setting short-term goals (which span within a year) and long-term goals (which are typically between 3-5 years) is key. Whether it's skill development or growing your network, having goals keeps you focused despite challenges. In moments of adversity, remember: Success isn’t about never falling, it’s about rising every time you do! 😁

So without further ado, here’s another installment of Better Yourself Friday

Let's Gerrit!

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Building resilience in the workplace: 10 tips for fostering a strong company culture

This article speaks about the importance of resilience, as it is crucial for adapting to change, handling stress, and overcoming challenges in the workplace. Furthermore, it helps employees maintain productivity and well-being, even in difficult situations. Building resilience involves fostering emotional intelligence, cultivating a growth mindset, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Employers can support resilience by promoting open communication, offering resources for mental health, and creating a positive work environment. This leads to better problem-solving, teamwork, and overall job satisfaction, enhancing both individual and organisational success.

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