It is vitally important for us to know and understand how much of a difference in terms of the benefits and importance you have made as a contribution in any given situation.
So here is the outline of 7 indicators that show you know your value:
SELF-WORTH VALUE #1: YOU HAVE POSITIVE SELF-ESTEEM.
Self-esteem is confidence in one’s own worth or abilities. Therefore, you believe in and like yourself. You’re truly comfortable with who you are — your weight, height, and everything that makes and depicts you. You’re confident in the work you deliver and your sense of expertise, style, and creativity. You have great relationships with people.
Without positive self-esteem, it would be difficult to know your value.
SELF-WORTH VALUE #2: YOU RECOGNIZE THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE.
When you know your value, you’ll confidently approach any situation with full belief in your knowledge, skills, and experience and the difference you will make. For instance, you introduce a new process in your organization, you’re not consumed by the process used but in how much they have benefited. Have they had an increase in sales or productivity or have they saved money? Or you’re the main caregiver for a disabled or elderly relative and your presence and support is invaluable.
SELF-WORTH VALUE #3: YOU SEE YOURSELF AS AN EQUAL.
No matter what, knowing your value means feeling that you are equal with anyone you interact with: customers, supervisors, associates, or friends. You don’t feel privileged to be with someone or to work in a particular type of organization. You possess a personal sense of value and merit and assert yourself as an equal in personal and business relationships.
SELF-WORTH VALUE #4: YOU DON’T UNDERVALUE OR CHARGE YOURSELF.
Most times out of fear of not getting the job or losing business we would settle for less salary or undercharge for our services. Here’s a classic situation where we end up doing much more than what we’re paid to do. Still, we have a desire to prove ourselves, feeling we’re not doing enough in relation to how much we’re being paid. This can set a precedent which could be hard to remove.
Undervaluing ourselves can lead to a continual cycle of unhappiness
SELF-WORTH VALUE #5: YOU’RE CLEAR ABOUT YOUR VALUES.
You are aware of your boundaries, clear about what is acceptable behavior, how you like to be treated and spoken to, and speak out when necessary. You don’t need external validation to prove your value — you have an internal sense of what is right and wrong.
SELF-WORTH VALUE #6: YOU’RE ENGAGING IN WORK THAT’S EXCITING AND FULFILLING.
You participate in work that is fulfilling and financially rewarding, you’re more willing to work with even greater commitment.
You love what you do, you’re prepared to do more and become more.
SELF-WORTH VALUE #7: YOU BELIEVE THAT YOU’RE GOOD ENOUGH.
Whether in your personal or professional life, you believe that you have adequate experience and qualifications to back them up. You don’t need another referral, certification, or further experience for validation before you feel you are good enough. You simply are.
Being clear about your value leads to a greater sense of clarity and confidence about who you are and what you stand for. This confidence reflects how you interact with people and deliver your service.
People who are confident and believe in themselves stand out.
A suggestion for you. Over the next seven days, use the above list and write down how many ways you value yourself. Be honest. From your list select where you may not feel valued: If I valued myself more, what would I do in this situation? Who would I be and what would be the first step I would take in asserting my self-worth? This exercise encourages you to recognize the qualities within you and the areas you need to work on.
Remind yourself every day that you are worthy and have value.
