Invest time and energy to upskill
As a product manager constantly navigating the complex world of professional growth, I stumbled upon this video that, while not revolutionary, struck a chord with me about how we approach learning and career development.
Let me be brutally honest – most of us get trapped in the daily grind, believing that work projects alone will magically transform us into better professionals. But that’s a myth. This video was a gentle yet powerful reminder that intentional skill development requires dedicated, carved-out time.
What resonated with me was the simple yet profound idea: your career growth isn’t just about what happens in your 9-to-5 job. It’s about the additional hours you deliberately invest in broadening your horizons. Whether it’s learning a new programming language, understanding emerging technologies, or diving deep into a skill tangential to your current role – these deliberate learning moments compound over time.
I’ve started treating these learning hours as sacred. Not as optional extras, but as critical investments in my professional self. Some days it’s a technical course, other days it’s reading industry reports or experimenting with a new tool. The key is consistency and intentionality.
For anyone feeling stuck or wanting to break the monotony of routine work, this video might just be the trigger you need. It’s not about adding more work to your plate, but about being mindful of how you grow.
Trust me, your future self will thank you for these intentional learning moments.