Life lessons #1
I am currently searching for a job, but this is not about that. I have been writing oh so many cover letters. I am tired of writing why a certain certification or a job I had, taught me a certain skill set that may or may not help this new job.
I realized we put so much emphasis on our education, skills, and work experience and very little on life experience. I wonder why that is.
In my 10+ years of working, I have learned a lot more from life than from any school or workplace.
When I was 18 and diagnosed with chronic pain, I thought that would be the end of my career before it even began. But instead, I learned to be creative in my approach. I learned patience, and most importantly, I learned to be empathetic. I learned not to give up easily. I have had to pivot a few times (okay many times) before I could find something I enjoy doing and also am good at. I have had more "new starts" than I would like to admit. But every time, I decided to cry and let it out, and get up and try again.
I had to learn to adapt to remote working a decade before it became the "cool" or acceptable thing to do. I am so thankful to the early adopters who trusted me with their work.
I want to start sharing my life experiences which I feel can easily be translated into my work life. I would love it if you shared the same with me.