#015 Investing in Your Personal Growth

If you hope to develop your skills and eventually make a name for yourself, you're going to have to do more than the bare minimum training that your job provides you. That means getting involved when and where the average employee isn't expected to get involved, reaching out to like-minded professionals, and coming up with content that you can pitch to an enthusiastic audience. You are your own most precious resource, and you should invest in yourself like you would any other important asset.

In this episode, Brandon explains why conferences are key for getting yourself out there, reveals just how helpful writing regularly can be, and helps you get over your apprehension toward networking.

The Finer Details of This Episode:

• How Brandon worked his way up the corporate ladder and what he realized he missed out on.
• Make a point of attending industry events that usually only managers and owners take part in—aim for 1 per quarter.
• After you've attended a few of these conferences, think of ways you can add value to them, either by pitching yourself as a speaker or inviting other speakers back to your company.
• Really take an interest in your industry's news and literature. Read past headlines and check out the works of writers and speakers you find fascinating.
• Self-help: you might think it's corny, but it can help you bring out your best strengths and mitigate your weaknesses.
• You might be averse to networking, but consider it an opportunity to help others rather than just have it create opportunities for yourself.
• Making writing a daily habit will help you develop your voice and identify your passions—this will build your online profile in the process.

Quotes:

"There's a lot that's happening out there in your industry that you aren't connected to."

"There's nothing better than finding things you're passionate about and investing time in it."

"Once you contribute and invest in your own personal development, suddenly your job and your life becomes way more satisfying because you're growing."

"You're not trying to meet people to get something out of them, you're trying to meet people to develop relationships."

"Don't underestimate the power of having your own voice."

"Don't rely on a company to teach you everything you know to take that next level."

Links:

Visit Brandon's website at www.BrandsOnBrandsOnBrands.com

Join the Brand Growth Community on Facebook at www.brandonbrands.com/community

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