Unlocking Personal Development for Growth in Life & Business
Hey, friend! I’m so stoked to talk about personal development today. We’re diving into:
- Why personal development matters
- How to incorporate it into your life
- Staying in alignment with your learning style
Yes, we’re talking learning styles! This is going to be so helpful for you—not just for your own growth but also for your marketing and business.
Why Personal Development Matters
Let’s start with why personal development is so important. I know when I first started building my business, I didn’t fully understand its impact. But looking back, here are the biggest reasons it matters:
You Are Your Brand
If you’re growing a personal brand, you are the business. Showing up authentically—no matter your niche—means letting people see your journey. You can’t inspire others unless you yourself are inspired.
Entrepreneurship Can Feel Lonely
Let’s be real: being an entrepreneur can be a rollercoaster. The highs are amazing, but the lows can feel isolating. If you don’t have a lot of entrepreneur friends in your daily life, personal development helps you stay grounded and focused.
Growth Over Time is Exciting
Looking back and realizing how much you’ve grown is powerful. The perspectives, self-awareness, and skills you gain through personal development make the journey so rewarding—and it’s inspiring for your audience, too.
How to Incorporate Personal Development Into Your Life
The biggest thing to consider? Your current season of life.
What are you growing through right now?
- Are you working full-time while building your business?
- Juggling kids and a side hustle?
- Running your business full-time but short on extra hours?
There was a time when I thought I had to do personal development every single day or my business would fall apart. That pressure was overwhelming. Now, I make sure my personal development aligns with what actually feels good and works for my schedule.
If something fits your personality, preferences, gifts, and skill set, you’re way more likely to be consistent. Since you are the biggest asset in your business, it’s worth finding a method that works for you.
Learning Styles & Personal Development
Let’s talk about learning styles and how they relate to personal development. There are four main types:
- Kinesthetic Learners – Learn best through movement and hands-on experiences
- Auditory Learners – Absorb information by listening
- Visual Learners – Prefer graphics, charts, and images
- Reading & Writing Learners – Retain information best through written words
Kinesthetic Learners
If you’re a hands-on learner, you need movement or sensory engagement while learning. Here are some great ways to incorporate personal development:
- Yoga or guided meditation (engages body and mind)
- Bible journaling or sketch-noting while reading
- Writing in a physical notebook instead of typing
- Listening to a podcast while doing an activity like walking
Auditory Learners
You absorb information best through sound. If that’s you, try:
- Podcasts and audiobooks (great for multitasking)
- Reading books aloud to yourself
- Repeating key takeaways in your own words
Audible is a great tool for auditory learners. You get free credits each month, so you always have something new to listen to while driving, doing chores, or taking a walk.
Visual Learners
If you need to see things to retain them, focus on:
- Infographics, flow charts, or mind maps
- Turning notes into visuals (like drawing out key concepts)
- Watching videos with strong visual elements
I’m not primarily a visual learner, but I love a good flow chart—it helps me see connections and patterns.
Reading & Writing Learners
If you process things best through words, focus on:
- Reading blogs and books
- Taking handwritten notes while learning
- Summarizing what you learn in your own words
I’m a reading and writing learner, so I take notes while listening to a podcast or reading. This helps me process and retain information much better.
My Personal Development Journey
I wasn’t always in alignment with my schedule, learning style, or personal growth priorities. Here’s how my journey evolved:
2017: The Morning Routine Era
I started a structured morning routine, and while it did help, I later realized it wasn’t the routine itself—it was the intentionality that made the biggest impact.
2019-2021: Shifting to Audio Learning
During this phase, I didn’t have time for morning routines, so I started listening to audiobooks in the shower. It wasn’t my ideal learning style, but it worked for my season of life.
I also dove deep into personal development that focused on mental health, healing, and childhood wounds. Investing in therapy, coaching, and mindset work completely transformed my business and life.
Result? I doubled my income in 2020 and kept that trajectory in 2021—not because I learned new business strategies, but because I healed and aligned my life with my business.
2021-2022: Making Personal Development Part of My Work
Now, I integrate personal development directly into my content creation. Since I’m a reading and writing learner, I:
- Read something inspiring
- Write my takeaways
- Turn them into content—podcasts, blogs, or social posts
This way, my personal growth fuels my business, keeping me inspired and keeping my audience engaged.
Breaking the “One Book at a Time” Rule
I used to think I had to finish one book before starting another. Now? I don’t follow that rule at all.
Life is too short for books that don’t resonate. Right now, I have about five different books going at once—some business-focused, some personal growth, some fiction. Different books serve different needs, and I let myself read what feels right in the moment.
So if you need permission to:
- Read multiple books at a time
- Explore different personal development formats
- Adjust your routine based on your season of life…
You have it.
Final Thoughts
Personal development is personal. There’s no one-size-fits-all. The key is finding what works for you in a way that honors your learning style, schedule, and current season of life.
If you’re in my Facebook group, Elevate Academy, come share your learning style and favorite personal development practices. I’d love to hear what’s working for you.
Want to dive deeper into this topic? Check out this episode and browse all the Maverick Momprenuer episodes here.
