Last week, we kicked off our Friday Series on 9️⃣ Trends that Matter in 2023 with a tonesetting conversation.? This week, we’re diving into the 1st trend: Prioritizing Self-Growth. Plus, we brought in our dear friend Mallory Erickson who is one of the wisest people we know to speak into how you can and need to invest in yourself. She provides a roadmap for personal self-growth and gives the pep-talk you didn’t know you needed to focus on your professional and personal development this year??LearnHow to cultivate a growth mindsetThe importance of finding your community of belonging + accountabilityPractical tips to live out your values and take care of yourselfEpisode HighlightsRoadmap for personal self-growth this year (2:40)Let’s celebrate where you are right now.Set intentions to align your habits + actions around what you want to accomplish personally + professionallyAdvocate for yourself.Create space.Don’t give yourself a deadline. Self-Growth is an ongoing process, not a to-do list.Share what you are learning in community.Case study: Episode 133. The 3 Step Formula to Creating Lasting Social Change - Taneshia Nash Laird (5:50)PRO tips for Prioritizing Self-Growth (7:00)Release the burden of guilt that you’re spending too much time on yourself.Make a 1% shift somewhere in your life.What self-growth means to Mallory + how it has shifted throughout her career (12:45)Setting goals around self-growth (15:20) How to move forward in alignment with your values (20:05)Mallory’s One Good Thing: Don’t silo the pieces of your humaneness. (36:55)For more information and episode details visit: weareforgood.com/episode/374.About our Sponsor Neon OneTechnology alone can’t solve the challenges nonprofits face. That’s why Neon One provides software that empowers you to manage constituents all while giving you the resources and support you need to connect to what matters most - your people and their passions. Learn more about how Neon One is helping nonprofits create stronger connections by visiting neonone.com/weareforgood.About our Sponsor CosmicCosmic, a Social Impact Creative Agency, specializes in helping social impact and climate action organizations build brand awareness, nail their impact story, and turn digital advocacy into real-world actions. Step boldly into 2023 with a free 25 minute consultation with our good friend Eric Ressler, Cosmic’s Founder and Creative Director.  Sign up at: designbycosmic.com/good Start Learning with We Are For Good PROAre you ready to evolve in 2023? That’s why we created PRO. A place where industry experts, nonprofit professionals and community collide to inspire, educate + build camaraderie for the journey. We’d love to see you inside. Use code TRENDS through January 31st to get all access to PRO for 12 months for just $297! Start learning today at www.weareforgoodpro.com ?