{"id":4412,"date":"2023-06-19T00:01:30","date_gmt":"2023-06-19T07:01:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/?p=4412"},"modified":"2023-06-11T12:33:34","modified_gmt":"2023-06-11T19:33:34","slug":"optimizing-your-strengths-and-talents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/optimizing-your-strengths-and-talents\/","title":{"rendered":"Optimizing Your Strengths and Talents"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you optimizing your strengths and talents? Chances are, you have overlooked these two simple ways to increase your productivity and your life satisfaction.<\/p>\n<div class=\"igaudio\">\n<audio class=\"wp-audio-shortcode\" id=\"audio-4412-1\" preload=\"none\" style=\"width: 100%;\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"audio\/mpeg\" src=\"https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/media\/MML\/EnergizeYourProductivity.mp3?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/media\/MML\/EnergizeYourProductivity.mp3\">https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/media\/MML\/EnergizeYourProductivity.mp3<\/a><\/audio>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Optimizing your strengths and talents is about more than just working hard all the time.<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s also about <a href=\"https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/no-self-care\/\">taking care of yourself<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>There are a couple of simple ways you can use self care as a way of facilitating a productive work week.<\/p>\n<p>In today\u2019s culture, most of us who have exercise or workout routines do it because we want to look good. We want to have nice legs, arms, or tummies.<\/p>\n<h2>However, I believe the most beneficial aspect of having a regular workout routine is the effect it has on our state of mind.<\/h2>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to forgo exercise when you have a heavy workload or you\u2019re trying to get a project done quickly.<\/p>\n<p>But I don\u2019t recommend making a habit of skipping your workout routine.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, exercise should be deemed as important as other actions you take regularly to advance your career or <a href=\"https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/inbox-empty-purpose-wait\/\">build your business<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Not only does exercise energize you and elevate your mood.<\/p>\n<p>It also increases your productivity.<\/p>\n<p>We all know that\u2019s good for business, no matter what your line of work is.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Start to think of your exercise routine as an integral part of your work week because of the mental and emotional benefits, and consider the body benefits bonuses.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Sleep is another\u00a0 facet of self care that often gets overlooked.<\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes we need to stop working before we planned in order to take a nap or get to bed earlier than usual.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s like choosing to recharge your engine so you can get up with a fresh, energetic start the next day, rather than trying to eke out a tiny bit of work, and set yourself up for a day of exhaustion tomorrow and <a href=\"https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/career-burnout-quiz\/\">career burnout<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>So remember, self care may take time out of your day, but it will give it back in the form of productivity and life enjoyment.<\/p>\n<p>Think of it as an easy way to optimize your strengths and talents.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is your work situation frustrating you? Do you hate your job, but have no idea what to do instead?<\/strong> Attempting to navigate those waters without support is not fun (yes, I do know, but that\u2019s another story). I\u2019m excited to announce that I\u2019ve created The Job I Love Toolkit, with all the resources you\u2019ll need to finally clarify how to <em>get paid to do you<\/em>.<sup>TM<\/sup> To be the first to hear more details, <a href=\"https:\/\/internalgroove.com\/2023dev\/job-i-love-toolkit\/\">join the VIP Wait List<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And if you know a friend or neighbor who could use hearing the advice in this article or needs <em>The Job I Love Toolkit<\/em>, please forward this to them.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you optimizing your strengths and talents? 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