Here, everyone sits glued to their PCs, silently hog alone and behave differently as per their doldrums. I was still happy, until one time when my colleague made me realise that I need to be matured and behave professionally while at work.
But I was always this mad, high
on spirits, talkative li’l thing! Did it actually mean that I had to stay quiet
and work? I realised I am supposed to GROW UP! I was bowled over! I was stunned,
terrified, poignant, restless and infuriated, all at the same time. Not
knowing what to do, I called up my friend [That’s the best thing to do at times].
As we discussed, I have chalked down the SEVEN MOST RELEVANT REALISATIONS after college that can really change your life-
1. Growing
Up with Time
One is expected
to grow up, as age increases. Usually there is a negative connotation associated
with Growing up! Blame it on the advertisements! You don’t really like growing
UP! It doesn’t mean that you have to stop BEING YOURSELF. It means you have to
be responsible, adjustable and more understanding. Take up new tasks, think practically,
understand people, appreciate yourself.
Growing Up is like
adding new value to your life!
2. Key
to Time Management
It is essential
to manage your little things such as cleaning wardrobes, washing clothes, getting
a hair-cut done or more. Schedule your work by calculating time, in such a way
that it doesn’t affect your quality of work, performance levels and relationship
bonds.
Maintain a Dairy,
a To-Do list so that you get everything done and still have time to relax!
3. Maintaining
Communication and building Relationships
In the world of
corporate communications and social media, it’s more about whom you know than
what you know. Therefore, it is imperative to build positive relations with everyone
you come across, even if you are extremely busy at work or B-schools.
Communication is
the new key to success!
4. Learning
and Earning
Join hobby classes,
learn new languages, work on freelancing basis, conduct random surveys, write a
research paper or take up internships. Read, read and learn! Read newspapers, every
advertisement in the train, every book you have and everything else. Taking up
a job will keep you occupied and add to your experience. Keep yourself BUSY doing
FRUITFUL things. Every extra information you have, will add to your
personality, setting you apart from others
Spending money
that you have EARNED, for things you want to LEARN is heavenly!
5. You
are under 24/7 Observation
College was full of fun and enjoyment, where friends didn’t mind even if you used comical
language, foul tongue or threw tantrums at them. But after graduation bear in
mind that your actions and words will create a bad impression on others. They might
have direct adverse effects on your professional life.
Think carefully,
act properly and talk politely!
6. Career
first, then commitment
You have plenty
of time in college to spend with your family, friends or lover. After college,
when you start working full-time, travel abroad or study in a B-school, however
busy you are, you should take out time for your loved ones. Don’t make any
commitments until you have stood up to your own expectations, made money and achieved
your primary desires.
ENJOY LIFE at
every step and set your PRIORITIES RIGHT from the very beginning!
7. Love Yourself
While you are
trying to manage things at work, giving it your best in college and trying to
excel in every project, make sure that you don’t ignore your mental and
physical health. People get depressed, stressed or annoyed. At such times,
communication is the best solution. Also, exercise regularly, play a sport, love a
pet, dance or start jogging to take the stress out.
Eat right, stay
fit and LOVE YOURSELF to excel on a PROFESSIONAL
level!
It is important that you look
positively at everything, find happiness in every new task and appreciate your efforts. These realizations should help you switch into a satisfied and problem-free
career. Don’t be sad! Happiness will follow as you follow these seven crucial realisations in life, and the ways to combat the pressure.
