Show Me What You Got

You already have what you need. Now, put it to work.

A while back I talked about how you already have what you need, those skills and experiences to take your next step.

But knowing what you have isn’t enough. The real game-changer is how well you use it.

Most people don’t need more resources. They need to maximize what’s already in their hands. That’s the difference between having potential and building momentum.

I’ve had moments where I looked outside myself for the missing piece: another course, a new strategy, more inspiration. When in reality, I wasn’t fully using what I already knew.

One time, I spent weeks researching a skill I already had experience in, instead of refining what I had and executing it. The problem wasn’t a lack of resources, but it was a lack of recognition and action.

Before searching for something new, take a moment to assess what’s already within reach:

• You don’t need a fancy new workout plan for your fitness goals if you haven’t been consistent with the basics. Are you using the knowledge and equipment you already have?

• Why run to buy another planner if you’re not fully using your current system? Are you executing your plans or just optimizing for the sake of optimizing?

• Think about whether getting the newest camera, software, or perfect setup is necessary if you’re not already creating with your current toolkit. Are you making excuses or making progress?

• Meeting new people is great, but what about reaching out to the ones already in your network? Are you nurturing existing relationships before searching for new ones?

Sometimes, we feel stuck not because we don’t have enough, but because we’re not fully using what we’ve got.

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As I focus on turning what I have into what I want, here’s what’s been on my mind lately:

Things I’m Loving

March, my birthday month! I love that it not only marks my birthday but also my first anniversary of being in NY and starting my new role. This month feels full circle, and I’m excited to share my reflections throughout my posts this month.

Things I’m Learning

Reframing Calm. With everything happening in the world and in life, I’m learning that peace isn’t about waiting for things to slow down. It’s about cultivating my sense of calm, no matter what’s going on around me.

Things I’m Letting Go

Holding onto what no longer fits. Whether it’s outdated goals, routines, or habits, I’m releasing anything that no longer aligns with who I’m becoming. Growth requires letting go.

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Before looking for something new, ask yourself:

• Am I sitting on skills I haven’t refined?

• Have I put past lessons into practice?

• Am I actively nurturing and investing in what I already have?

This is the difference between collecting tools and building something.

What’s one skill, resource, or connection you’ve been overlooking? Let me know in the comments; I’d love to hear how you’re planning to put it to work.

Talk soon.