Make a Move: 3 Keys to Taking Advantage of New Opportunities

  There are very few things in life that can shift your perspective or create excitement like new opportunities. I believe that open doors and new possibilities are natural consequences of investing in yourself and investing in success. New opportunities also feel a lot like hitting your stride and gaining momentum. But what happens when we are facing multiple opportunities and are unsure of which one is the right one? If handled poorly, new opportunities can quickly become sources of stress and tension instead of sources of hope. Regardless of the opportunity, there are three ways to identify whether or not that opportunity is the right step for you. Before you make any decisions, ask yourself if this move will accomplish the following three things.  

1. Aligns with your passion.

   Will this new opportunity allow you to pursue your passions? Remember that doing what you are passionate about will make your job seem fun and drive your work ethic. You will work harder and smarter if the goal is to accomplish something that aligns with your passions.

 

2. Effectiveness.

   Will this new opportunity allow you to work and act within your talents? Will you be effective and excellent in this position? Make sure when you are deciding on a direction to give yourself a chance to win. Take advantage of opportunities that you will succeed at.

 

3. Advance your mission.

   Will this new opportunity allow you to accomplish your life goals and mission? The marriage of passion and values will determine your mission. If this new opportunity does not align with those things, you may want to look in another direction.

  We all know, however, that even when you have found a great opportunity, there can still be a sense of hesitation. Transitions are difficult, no matter what the circumstances. The best way to address hesitation is to discover the source. Ask yourself two questions to identify the source of your hesitation.  

1. Where is the rub?

   What is making you want to transition in the first place? Maybe you are not satisfied at your current job. Perhaps you simply do not have the time to do what you are doing now and be where you want to be. Regardless of the specifics, you have to identify the why before you can move forward.

 

2. What’s the conflict?

   What is holding you back from making this shift? Fear is very common when faced with transition. What are you afraid of? Maybe it’s losing relationships; maybe it is failing. Identify the issue so you can address it.

  I believe that once you can answer these two questions and address these issues, you will have everything you need to take advantage of the new opportunities in your life. Remember that new opportunities will only become realities when you become willing to take a chance and say yes. Boldness is a prerequisite for greatness. You will never see growth in your life if you are unwilling to make a move. Think through your options, find the right opportunity, and move forward with boldness. You’ve got this. [jotform id=”51954776646168″]]]>