A HRD Perspective on Understanding Human Behavior

As a manager, I often found myself wondering why people behave the way they do. It’s a question that many of us have asked ourselves at some point in our lives, whether we are managers, colleagues, or friends. And while there may not be a simple answer to this question, it is where HR development starts.

To truly understand why people behave the way they do, we need to look at the bigger picture. We need to consider the different factors that shape our personalities, our beliefs, and our values. These factors include our upbringing, our experiences, our education, and our cultural background. By taking a holistic approach to understanding human behavior, we can create a more compassionate and empathetic workplace, where people feel valued and understood.

But understanding human behavior is only the first step. To truly achieve success, we need to take a step back and ask ourselves, what does success look like for us? As Molly Bloom once said, “What I thought about is, what do I actually want my life to look like? What do I want my day to look like? What does a really good day look like and then how close am I to having that day on a consistent basis? I think if you back out success from there, it’s easier than putting success on a certain set of accomplishments.”

This is a powerful statement that encourages us to define success on our own terms, rather than conforming to society’s expectations. We need to ask ourselves, what truly brings us happiness and fulfillment? Is it achieving a certain job title or salary? Or is it having meaningful relationships, pursuing our passions, and making a positive impact on the world around us?

Once we have defined what success means to us, we need to create a structured action plan to achieve it. Here are some steps that can help us turn our vision of success into reality:

1. Define your goals: Start by setting specific, measurable, and achievable goals that align with your vision of success. Write them down and break them down into smaller, manageable tasks.
2. Create a timeline: Set deadlines for each of your goals and tasks. This will help you stay focused and motivated.
3. Identify potential obstacles: Think about the challenges that you might face along the way and come up with strategies to overcome them.
4. Take action: Start taking action towards your goals, even if it’s just small steps. Remember, progress is progress, no matter how small.
5. Review and adjust: Regularly review your progress and adjust your plan as necessary. Celebrate your successes and learn from your failures.

By following these steps, we can turn our vision of success into a reality. We can create a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and aligned with our values. So, what are you waiting for? It’s time to define your vision of success and start taking action towards it today.

And now, to add a touch of lightheartedness to this motivational article, let’s end with a limerick:

There once was a person with a dream, To achieve success, or so it would seem. They defined their goals, And set out on their roles, Now they’re living their best life, so it would seem.

And to capture the essence of success in a haiku:

Dreams become reality, With a vision and a plan, Success is within reach.