Today I’ll be sharing my personal journey of pushing myself beyond my breaking point, gradually retraining and enhancing both my strengths and weaknesses. Join me as I walk through five practical tips for expanding mental capacity, knowledge, and skills. Throughout, I’ll incorporate my own heartfelt insights and share detailed experiences in globalizing the Woman Enlightened (WE) organization, highlighting the difficulties, passion, and determination involved. Additionally, I’ll discuss the challenges of being laid off during the holiday season and the transformative decision to take a computer science professional certification class at Harvard, which is proving to be a challenging yet rewarding endeavor.

Tip 1: Start Small, Aim Big

As I embark on the mission of globalizing the Woman Enlightened movement, I know that taking small, strategic steps is essential. I began by immersing myself within my local community, understanding the unique challenges and needs that women face. This experience provided valuable insights and allowed me to create a tailored approach to empower and elevate women. Starting small allowed me to develop a strong foundation of support and refine strategies before expanding to new regions. I began providing consulting support to young ladies in my local area, providing mentorship and scholarship funding for many deserving women. 

Tip 2: Cultivate a Growth Mindset

As I delved into the task of building the WE website from scratch, I encountered countless difficulties and setbacks. However, I realized that viewing these challenges as opportunities for growth was vital. Each coding obstacle and technical difficulty served as a chance to learn, expand my skill set, and become more proficient in web development. Embracing a growth mindset enabled me to overcome obstacles with perseverance and determination.

Tip 3: Seek Knowledge and Mentorship

To enhance my skills and knowledge, I actively sought out opportunities for growth. I dove into a variety of books, online courses, and mentorship programs to expand my understanding of technology, leadership, and the empowerment of women. Engaging with mentors provided valuable guidance, allowing me to navigate the complex world of tech and develop a greater network of support. Continuous learning has become a cornerstone of my life journey. After being laid off I decided to do something different, driving me to sign up for the Harvard CS program. While it is proving to live up to the Harvard standard, I immensely grow with each lesson.

Tip 4: Embrace Collaboration and Community

As I connect with like-minded individuals and organizations, I discover the immense strength that comes from collective wisdom. Collaborations not only amplified our reach and impact while also bringing fresh perspectives and ideas, engaging a wider audience and inspiring more. Building a supportive community empowers us to achieve far more together than we could as individuals.

Tip 5: Reflect and Adapt

Throughout the process of globalizing the WE organization, reflection plays a pivotal role. Honest self-evaluation, celebrating achievements, and identifying areas for improvement allows us to refine our strategies and better serve our purpose. Embracing feedback, both positive and constructive, nurtures growth and pushes us to continually evolve and elevate our mission. The ability to adapt our approaches ensured that our message resonated with diverse audiences worldwide and effectively addressed their unique needs and challenges.

Pushing beyond our breaking point, enhancing strengths, and overcoming weaknesses can be a challenging yet fulfilling rollercoaster of events. By incorporating these five tips into my pursuit of expanding mental capacity, knowledge, and skills, I have made significant progress in many of my long & short term goals. Despite the setbacks and difficulties faced during the holiday season and the rigorous computer science certification class, I have learned invaluable lessons and gained essential skills that will shape my future endeavors. I eagerly look forward to sharing the next steps and the continued growth in future blog posts. Stay tuned for inspiring stories, valuable insights, and empowering actions!