Changing the way Gen X thinks about their careers (and life) - Founder: The Quietly Ambitious + CreateNext Group
Are you building a career around... your values -or- your expectations? When your path feels out of alignment, it’s often a call to reconnect with your core values. For leaders navigating reinvention, values serve as a compass, guiding us toward choices that truly resonate with who we are and the impact we want to make. When your next chapter is built around what genuinely matters to you, the work doesn’t just look good on paper... it feels right in your soul. Here are a few ways to lean on values as you shape your next professional chapter: 1) Identify Your Three Core Values as Your True North As we shift into new ventures, it’s easy to get caught up in what seems impressive or “marketable.†Take time to identify or rediscover your top three values. Write them down, and check in with them regularly. Are these principles clearly reflected in the work you’re choosing? Do your goals feel aligned with these values? This practice brings clarity and makes it easier to say “yes†to what’s right and “no†to what’s not. 2) Use Values to Filter Opportunities Especially in transition, many options can arise, and it’s tempting to explore them all. Before diving into new projects, ask yourself: Does this opportunity align with my values? Does it contribute to the legacy I want to build? This filter helps ensure that your choices add authentic value to your life rather than just filling up your schedule. 3) Reflect on Values When You Feel “Stuck†or Uncertain Feeling stuck is often a sign of misalignment with your values. When you sense that resistance, revisit your core values. Ask yourself where there might be a disconnect. Sometimes, the act of reconnecting with our values helps dissolve doubt and make a tough decision feel much clearer. 4) Share Your Values with Key People in Your Life Transparency about what drives you isn’t just for your benefit. Share your core values with those close to you: • mentors • peers • loved ones This opens the door for deeper connections and meaningful conversations. It also invites accountability: when your values are out in the open, you’re more likely to stay true to them. 5) Embrace Values as Fuel, Not Restriction Sometimes, leaders worry that values may “limit†their choices. The truth? Values expand what’s possible by giving your journey depth and meaning. They prevent burnout by focusing your energy on work that aligns with who you are. Trust that this foundation fuels both fulfillment and long-term success. As you step into this next phase, let your values be your steady guide. Professional reinvention is a journey, and values keep you moving in the direction you desire most. ð—œð—³ ð˜†ð—¼ð˜‚ ð˜„ð—²ð—¿ð—² ð˜ð—¼ ð—®ð—¹ð—¶ð—´ð—» ð—²ð˜ƒð—²ð—¿ð˜† ð—°ð—®ð—¿ð—²ð—²ð—¿ ð—°ð—µð—¼ð—¶ð—°ð—² ð˜„ð—¶ð˜ð—µ ð˜†ð—¼ð˜‚ð—¿ ð—°ð—¼ð—¿ð—² ð˜ƒð—®ð—¹ð˜‚ð—²ð˜€, ð˜„ð—µð—®ð˜ ð˜„ð—¼ð˜‚ð—¹ð—± ð˜†ð—¼ð˜‚ ð˜€ð—®ð˜† “ð—»ð—¼â€ ð˜ð—¼ ð˜ð—¼ð—±ð—®ð˜†?