Leap And the Net Will Appear

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Here's how I like to think about this saying. "Leap like a trapeze artist and your net will appear.”  Have you ever noticed how trapeze artists never look down when they're jumping?  They just leap from one place to the other, trusting that they're going to be okay. They know where they’re going. 

How can they leap like that? They’ve practiced; they’ve worked; they’ve developed skills by using them over and over and over again. And they know that their practice and their skills will get them where they want to go when they leap. They know that they have created their own nets, so they don’t need to look down! They keep their eyes fixed on their destination.

You know, the same thing is true for you. When you get ready to make that next leap to a new job or a new career, everything that you've done leading up to that moment - the skills you've developed, the experience you’ve gained; the connections you’ve made; your supporters - all of that goes with you. All of that makes the net that you created. You can trust that net because you created it. So, when you're ready, leap like a trapeze artist and the net you created will be there.

So, if you’re ready to take that leap, or you’re even thinking about leaping, try this. Make a list of your dream careers, and then make a list of the skills you need to get to that career. Then make a list of your own skills. Compare the two lists. See if you're at 50%. If you're at 50%, go for it! I promise 50% is enough! And, if you're not at 50% yet, think about what it will take to get there. Do you need to change jobs? Do you need to even change careers to get the skills to get to your ultimate career? 

That’s okay. You’re ready. You’ve created your net, trust that net, trust your ultimate destination. Make that first small leap. Put yourself on your way to your dreams.

Leap like a trapeze artist, keeping your eyes on your destination, and your net will appear.

If you’d like some help along the way, I love to help people identify their next career destinations, find their nets, and support them as they leap.

Becky
www.beckyberrycoach.com