How to INVEST in Yourself

I’m sure you’ve heard the saying “Investing in yourself is the best investment you can make,” and I’m here to tell you it truly is! By investing in yourself, you truly can have limitless earning potential. The sky is the limit! Here are some concrete ways you can begin investing in yourself TODAY!

Invest in your education and knowledge set. 

Investing in your education and improving your current skill set while adding new ones is a great way to become an expert in a field, making yourself more marketable. The more you know, the bigger your chances are to pursue and expand your range of opportunities. If you’re currently good at something, take some classes to grow your expertise. If you’re looking to increase your ability to create multiple income streams, learning new skills can help with that. The more you know, the more you can leverage that knowledge for a raise, to make calculated and informed decisions, or even potentially start your own business. 

Manage and take control of your finances. 

Organizing your finances is the first step in significantly investing in yourself. Clarifying how you are spending your dollars and ensuring you are giving each dollar a job allows you to use your money in a way that increases the return on your investment. 

Connect with others and build community. 

Invest in yourself by growing your social capital! Social capital is great for exposure, the exchange of information, and the opportunity to collaborate in the future. Make time to meet others in your industry or the industry you’re interested in. Taking the time to develop community and learn from others is incredibly important for your personal and professional growth. 

Rest and take care of your health. 

We typically take our bodies for granted daily until we get sick and realize how important our health is to us. Make sure you are making time to rest and give your body what it needs. Whether it be actual rest like naps, healthier food, exercise, or even slowing down, invest in yourself by protecting your health. This includes the use of your spiritual energy too. 

Monetize your passions/hobbies. 

This strategy is not for everyone, but if you love what you do and there’s a potential for you to source income from your passions and expertise, why not? This strategy is incredibly flexible, with some folks doing it intermittently, and others starting a business from it. Wherever you are on the spectrum, know that you are incredibly talented and there’s someone out there willing to pay for your gifts.

Start investing in yourself TODAY!