Every new step in your career requires you to get out of your comfort zone.

Antonia Calzetti

November 30,2021 at 2:17PM UTC

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Every new step in your career requires you to get out of your comfort zone. Growth requires discomfort. It's worth it.

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Georgene HuangNovember 30,2021 at 2:20PM UTC
Thanks Antonia. I'd add 'failure' and 'mistakes' to this -- that's part of what is uncomfortable but it is necessary for learning and growth!
Heide FramilNovember 30,2021 at 3:34PM UTC
Same here. Failure and mistakes should be added here. :)
Jacquelyn LloydNovember 30,2021 at 4:38PM UTC
100%. Discomfort means you are doing something new, and your brain is simply trying to keep you safe by sending up flares. Big dreams don't happen from keeping things the same.
Anne KrookNovember 30,2021 at 4:49PM UTC
Also remember everyone else taking new steps is uncomfortable, too. It's really easy to think you're the only one struggling with newness when everyone else is, too, and in fact they are thinking you are handling it easily!
Lesa Edwards, Career Coach & Master Resume WriterDecember 1,2021 at 2:09PM UTC
Absolutely! Amazing things rarely happen inside your comfort zone.
Anita GetzDecember 2,2021 at 2:32AM UTC
Yes it is worth it, this will allow you to learn new skills, and be a more valuable employee