Think of your career as a puzzle; a systematic approach is the key to fitting all the pieces together for success and fulfillment.

Today, let's chat about a process for developing our careers. Mastering this is the difference between a leadership journey stuck in neutral and one on the path to growth and fulfillment. And guess what? Growing doesn't always mean snagging the next title—no need for a promotion unless that's your thing.

Why bother, you ask? Well, getting the hang of this process means your career won't hit a plateau. It's like a secret weapon for personal and professional growth, making your career journey a lot more interesting. Ready to uncover the keys to leveling up your career? Let's dive in.

1. Start with Intent.

Your career journey kicks off with setting your intent.

Your intent can be one of the following:

• Promotion

• Skill development

• Financial increase

• Role change

The crucial thing is to clarify where your focus will be. Without this, you spread yourself too thin and risk achieving things that lack purpose or fulfillment.

Just be sure to get clear on this, knowing that the goal often determines the path you will take.

2. Ask Yourself the Right Questions.

If not clear on intent, that's okay. There's a series of questions you can ask yourself to discover your motivations and interests.

Center your questions around these three things:

• What areas of work have you found enjoyable and where do you produce results?

• What do you enjoy now?

• What do you want to learn more about in the future?

We're delving into the past, utilizing the present, and exploring the future for paths of growth and interest. The more details here, the better.

3. Explore and Test.

This next step is vital. Here's where you actively test the answers to these questions.

Begin researching, exploring, and networking with others to gain more clarity about your intent and areas of exploration. The fastest way to create your future and grow in your career will be in proportion to how you explore and test your findings.

My hope is that you can take this and utilize this system to help further your career. If you need a snapshot that simplifies this utilize this image below:

If you need any assistance with building a career development system to continue growing your career - reach out. Until next time.