“It’s not the lack of resources, it’s your lack of resourcefulness that causes failure.”
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Editor’s note: A First Generation Professional (FGP) is the “first” in their immediate family to earn a 4-year college degree and/or obtain a higher level professional position than what was held by either parent.
Motivational speaker, Tony Robbins, once said, “It’s not the lack of resources, it’s your lack of resourcefulness that causes failure.” While many First Generation Professionals inherently possess a degree of resourcefulness, for those who don’t, it’s a necessary skill that they will need to develop in today’s workplace.
These last few blogs, I have been writing about key skills that make up the MorenoMethod. Last month, I addressed how self-care can offer a major transformation in our lives. This month, I am discussing the importance of resourcefulness. The Oxford Dictionary defines resourcefulness as “the ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.”
Some examples of resourcefulness are:
Looking for alternative solutions to problems rather than giving up
Being able to make the most out of what you have
Learning new skills or developing existing skills when necessary
When I studied successful First Generation college graduates for my dissertation, I found all of them possessed a high level of resourcefulness. This skill allowed them to address and combat any difficulties they encountered as they pursued their goal of earning their degree.
Resourcefulness is a great example of what is called a “transferable skill” because it is a quality that can be applied to many aspects of life. For example, employers seek out potential candidates with a high degree of resourcefulness when they make hiring decisions. This is especially true in the marketing field, tech industry, and nonprofit space, where employees need to be flexible and adapt to the ever-changing demands of their industry. On a personal level, resourcefulness can also be a useful skill in dealing with the ups and downs that life can bring.
Fortunately, as is the case with practicing effective communication and self-care, resourcefulness is something that can be learned. You do not have to be inherently good at these skills, they can be developed. Once you’ve mastered these skills, you can build a strong foundation that can help you cope with whatever challenges come your way.
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Be well,
