Managing Oneself-Part I

All of us spend considerable amount of time improving the process at work, learning new tools and techniques to improve productivity and efficiency. Seldom spend our time in understanding oneself.  We don't put enough time in understanding the human machinery.  We have great understanding of the human physiology and psychology but still our understanding of 'self' is limited.

 

It is especially very important for the "Knowledge Worker" to know about how one performs. In last few decades the way people are working is transforming, new types of organization roles are evolving, there more avenues for people to make living.  Unlike the 80's and 90's one need not have work for single company nor have stick to the career one has chosen.  One can choose the career what inspires him/her. It is not uncommon that we come across people starting totally a new career like Investment banker starting restaurant or becoming a wild-life photographer.

 

At the same time number of people who are losing their jobs, not able to manage their career, going through stress at work is also increasing alarmingly.

 

With this context we will examine few fundamental questions that help in managing oneself.  This series is based on Peter Druckers article "Managing Oneself" , which has influenced me tremendously.

 

You have to ask these questions

Who Am I ? What are my strengths?  How do

• I work?
• Where do I belong?
• What is my contribution?

Will discuss these questions in subsequent articles, till then dwell into these questions try to find answers.

 

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