Celeste Nangolo, Human Capital Manager, Old Mutual Namibia
Celeste Nangolo, Human Capital Manager, Old Mutual Namibia

Achieving harmony between work and life

Celeste Nangolo
A fulfilling and purpose-driven professional life is like a vibrant picture. It is a mixture of feeling good, work goals and personal dreams all scrambled together. The focus is on how setting meaningful goals, blending them into your everyday work, and caring about your overall well-being can work together. It's not just about getting things done; it's about growing together - not just focusing on how much work you do.

Setting goals is like having a guide for your personal and professional journeys. It is more than just making a to-do list at the beginning of the year. The emphasis is on having goals that go beyond regular tasks. It encourages people to think about what they really want and how it connects with their bigger purpose. It's a path that includes learning new things, personal growth and feeling proud, not just moving up in your job.

Staying motivated and involved comes from matching your personal goals with your daily tasks. People feel more motivated when they can see how their daily work connects with their bigger goals. Instead of strict rules that stop creativity and individuality, it's about having flexible plans. This connection is about being adaptable.

Wellness, often ignored, needs to be a top priority. The focus is on the important connection between a person's well-being and how well a company does. It suggests creating an environment where mental, physical and emotional wellness are part of the company culture. This is more than just offering gym memberships; it is about building a culture that helps people be resilient, creative and do their best.

Success should be seen as a changing path, not just one goal. It's about more than just being productive. Success is now about how happy and healthy you are, not just about getting more work done. The emphasis is on creating a balanced environment were achieving goals and taking care of yourself go together. Career success should make you personally fulfilled.

Companies need to make a work environment where goals are part of a bigger picture, not just separate tasks. It is a call to think about success in a new way, realising that people are not just parts of a machine - they are the ones creating their own important stories.

By having this mind-set and caring about wellness, companies can create a culture where people do well, goals are achieved, and excellence is linked to well-being.

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Namibian Sun 2024-05-19

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