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Saar Two point O

Some time ago, I wrote a blog about retiring before starting. A lot has changed since then, I spent 2 years in a different country. Upskilled in machine learning and data science. I am writing this because recently I joined the same company the one I quit 2.8 years ago.
 
I'm in a state where I'm confident about my technical capabilities, whether it be knowledge about my field, clarity on the core fundamentals or developing a technique to learn and absorb faster. The important thing which makes me valuable is unquenching curiosity about everything. How can I do things better (this is the question which keeps on revolving in my mind)?  relentlessly going after the thing I want, openness to make sacrifices and change things about me to achieve them. Learning from my mistakes and not repeating them. Thinking about how I can add value to any interaction. The meta-level learning is to be a valuable person, and I know that requires a lot of sacrifices. It should be beneficial for anyone to be around me. Be it fun or work. (Best source to achieve this would be to learn more in all fields, listen more, do more)

This post is about a new year - new me, it's about being a better person, it's about continuous growth, it's about personality development, it's about getting out of your comfort zone. This week & weekend was especially productive for me as I ventured out of my comfort zone, in my professional as well as my personal life. I became better at dealing with people. I have a clearer and structured way of thinking, which helps me have productive conversations with people. Which in turn builds my confidence. During the week, I presented a topic to a high-level executive of the company which was very well received, and was appreciated for, what went under preparing for that conversation was to understand what the other person requires for the conversation and what my company's mission or my mission was through the interaction and play to optimize both. From my side it required research and management that we presented the best thing. Over the weekend, I aced at my badminton games, made new friends, cleaned my house, read books, learned a new skill, excersised, partied, volunteered, wrote, got in touch with old friends, & spoke to the girl I like.

The new skills I'm learning on this job is about perception management, something I haven't paid much attention before. This is the constant feedback I get from my boss, and I'm working towards it. I'm consciously aware of what I'm saying, how I look and come across to people. How I behave and react to circumstances. To hone my personality I need to live by some important values. Such as hard work, follow through, attention to detail, modesty, assertiveness, reliability (sincerity and dependable), conscientiousness and empathy.These skills are in bread in me as I have seen throughout my life how army officers behave.

I'm also way more cautious & organized with my time and my life and I'm able to check off tasks from my list much faster. Also, another positive thing that has happened is, I look at everything as an opportunity rather than a threat. I've learned to gamify my life and thinking of everything as achieving the next level of efficiency. I'm aware that I'm moving in the right direction, and great results will come if I stick at it and give it everything I got. Also, do incremental gain using loading principle to improve my results.

I've learned how to listen to people better, in turn, tuning to their frequency and empathizing on where they are coming from. That's a critical skill that is required in my current role. Another skill that is required is great communication skills both written and verbal, also emotional quotient. awareness about the environment, quick thinking, sharp memory, leadership skills, strategic thinking, selling skills, critical thinking, breaking down problems, & clear thinking. 

In summary, I'm getting better at the game of life. This year my two major goals are reading 50 books (to gain perspective on a lot of things) and achieving a body physique where I can do a handstand and flag position (complete body control). I will achieve them through reading a book every weekend. And exercising regularly, at Caulfield and other places (callisthenics and proper diet).

Few learnings from my HEXCO test.

1. I would break the rules to suit myself.
2. I'm not very emotional, and don't need much emotional support.
3. I like leading groups and I'm confident of myself, I like taking charge during parties.
4. I'm quite agreeable, but need to be more assertive. This balance needs to be better.
5. I'm conscientious but I need to be more organized.
6. I'm open to new experiences, love new ideas and people.

Few learnings from my Enneagram test

I am a healthy balance of a lot of traits, lacking intensity though (Intensity of feeling emotions)
1. I'm a perfectionist, I like things done perfectly or I strive to achieve perfection.
2. I'm an enthusiast who likes to make lots of plans, I look for opportunities and like doing a lot of things. I will find other ways of doing a thing if one doesn't work.

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