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19: Danke für die Einladung | Thanks for the invitation


A well-crafted PMS acts as a guiding principle, outlining an individual's core values, aspirations, and desired impact. It transcends the immediate concerns of a specific job and offers a long-term perspective on career fulfillment. Upskilling becomes most impactful when targeted towards capabilities that directly contribute to the goals and values outlined in the PMS.

Consider an individual with a personal mission statement emphasizing innovation and environmental responsibility. Upskilling in areas like sustainable design thinking or green technology directly aligns with their core values and aspirations. This targeted approach fosters deeper engagement with the learning process, leading to a more effective acquisition of new skills.

Furthermore, a personal mission statement can inform the selection of upskilling opportunities beyond technical skills. Communication, leadership, and emotional intelligence development, for example, can empower individuals to advocate for their ideas, navigate complex organizational dynamics, and build strong collaborative relationships – all crucial aspects of achieving their desired impact.

The synergy between upskilling and a personal mission statement is a two-way street. As individuals acquire new skills and knowledge, their personal mission statement may evolve to reflect their expanding capabilities and redefine their aspirations. This continuous cycle of learning and reflection fosters a sense of purpose and propels individuals towards achieving their full potential.

Organizations can leverage this connection by encouraging employees to articulate their personal mission statements and then curate upskilling opportunities that align with those statements. This not only fosters a more engaged and motivated workforce, but also ensures the skills acquired contribute directly to achieving the organization's strategic goals.



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Upskilling and Personal Mission Statements Episode 89 

Uppdatering om min fitness och hälsoresa. Jag har börjat med kreatin för 6 veckor sedan och det har gett väldigt bra resultat än så länge. Jag ser starkare ut och får mer kommentare för min fysik och mina prestationer : ) Det är fortfarande kul!!

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Mǎlì: 	Nǐhǎo, 	wǒ 	xiǎnɡ 	qǔqián. 
玛丽： 	你好， 	我 	想 	取钱。 
Gōnɡzuò 	rényuán: 	Nínhǎo. 	Qǐnɡ 	nín 	xiān 	náhào, 
工作 	人员A： 	您好。 	请 	您 	先 	拿号， 
zài 	qù 	nàbiɑn 	děnɡhòu. 
再 	去 	那边 	等候。 
（Wǔ 	fēnzhōnɡ 	hòu） 
（5 	分钟 	后） 
Mǎlì: 	Nǐhǎo, 	wǒ 	xiǎnɡ 	qǔ 	sānqiān 	yuán. 
玛丽： 	你好， 	我 	想 	取 	3000 	元。 
Gōnɡzuò 	rényuán: 	Qǐnɡ 	shūrù 	mìmǎ. 
工作 	人员B： 	请 	输入 	密码。 
（Mǎlì 	shūrù 	mìmǎ） 
（玛丽 	输入 	密码） 
Gōnɡzuò 	rényuán: 	Xiǎojiě, 	nín 	de 	mìmǎ 	bú 	duì. 
工作 	人员B： 	小姐， 	您 	的 	密码 	不 	对。 
Qǐnɡ 	zài 	shū 	yí 	biàn. 
请 	再 	输 	一 	遍。 
Mǎlì: 	Zhè 	zěnme 	kěnénɡ 	ne? 
玛丽： 	这 	怎么 	可能 	呢？ 
(Mǎlì 	zài 	shūrù 	mìmǎ) 
（玛丽 	再 	输入 	密码） 
Gōnɡzuò 	rényuán: 	Xiǎojiě, 	qǐnɡ 	zài 	yòu 	xià 
工作 	人员B： 	小姐， 	请 	在 	右 	下 
jiǎo 	qiānzì. 	Zhè 	shì 	sānqiān 	yuán. 
角 	签字。 	这 	是 	3000 	元。 
Mǎlì: 	Xièxie. 	Gānɡɡānɡ 	wǒ 	tài 	zháojí 	le. 
玛丽： 	谢谢。 	刚刚 	我 	太 	着急 	了。

日常用语

存取钱

A Personal Mission Statement is a concise (usually 1-3 sentences) summary of your core values, aspirations, and the impact you want to make in life. It's your personal guiding principle, a compass that helps you navigate decisions and goals. Unlike a resume objective statement focusing on a specific job, a Personal Mission Statement is broader, encompassing your entire life journey.

Here's what a Personal Mission Statement typically captures:

Values: What principles are most important to you? (e.g., honesty, creativity, helping others)
Goals: What do you want to achieve in life? (e.g., build a strong family, make a positive difference in the world, achieve financial security)
Impact: How do you want to be remembered? What legacy do you want to leave behind?
Crafting a Personal Mission Statement is a self-discovery process. Reflect on what motivates you, what brings you joy, and the kind of person you want to be. Here are some prompts to get you started:

What are my strengths and passions?
What kind of world do I want to contribute to?
What impact do I want to have on the lives of others?
Remember, a Personal Mission Statement is a living document. It can evolve as you grow and your priorities shift. Reviewing it regularly can help you stay focused and make choices aligned with your true north.

Here's an example of a Personal Mission Statement:

To use my creativity and passion for science to develop innovative solutions that address environmental challenges, leaving a sustainable future for generations to come. 
This statement highlights the core value of environmental responsibility, the goal of innovation, and the desired impact of a sustainable future.

Personal Mission Statement Explained - Episode 86

IELTS SPEAKING PART 1. Topic - Summer:

Here are the 4 questions for you to answer for today:

Q. Is summer your favourite time of year? [Why/Why not?]
Q. What do you do in summer when the weather's very hot? [Why?]
Q. Do you go on holiday every summer? [Why/Why not?]
Q. Did you enjoy the summer holidays when you were at school? [Why/Why not?]

In this recording there are different words that are used when answering this topic so you'll find it useful. Enjoy.

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IELTS-SPEAKING 8-9 BAND IS POSSIBLE. DAILY SPEAKING PRACTICE PART 1,2 & 3. Listen daily.

IELTS SPEAKING PART 1. Topic - Summer

Today we're talking about "jetlag", what it means and the grammar that we use with it. I hope you find it useful. 

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