Your Greatest Investment is You

We tend to invest in a lot of things in life, like friendships, professional relationships, housing, travel, hobbies, and more, but the greatest investment we will ever make is in ourselves. We are our own greatest asset, and the sooner we realize and accept that, the better off we will be. Whether you are already at the top of your organization or you have just started an entry-level job, you are never done investing in yourself. If you want to keep forward momentum, you must keep learning and growing.

Personal development is an investment that will never lose value. As you build your skills, knowledge, and experience, you are opening yourself up to new heights and new opportunities. Sometimes you hold yourself back without even realizing it because you’re comfortable with where you’re at, you don’t like change, you don’t recognize your own potential, or you just don’t know how to get started. However, when you are intentional about developing yourself, your confidence grows naturally and learning becomes a habit.

The more you grow, the more you have to give, so not only does investing in yourself benefit you in the long-term, but it also benefits those around you. You can contribute more to the organization through problem solving, decision making, and creative thinking. Additionally, by raising the bar for yourself, you are also raising the bar for your team. They see your hard work paying off, and it encourages them to invest in themselves as well. This elevates the curiosity, confidence, and dedication of the entire team. 

Don’t underestimate the power of investing in yourself. Every step you take forward, every skill you develop, and every bit of knowledge you learn multiplies. Of all of the investments you could make in life, your greatest investment will always be you. It is the only investment that guarantees lifelong dividends, so whatever you do, keep learning, keep growing, and keep working towards the future you want.

-Meghan Slaughter