These are the words business owner Yvonne Telford  from kemitelford.com said to me over the phone last year. I asked her for some advice and these words have really stuck with me. These words influenced the focus for my business. They helped me to make a big decision for my career last Autumn. So what does staying in your lane mean and why is it good to stay in your lane?

Whatever your ideas, career wishes or home projects it’s important to feel confident about what you’re doing. Think about what feeds your own confidence. In her tune ‘Til it’s done, Paloma Faith sings “it’s good to follow your own road”.

With social media influencing how we feel about ourselves, it’s good to remind yourself about the values that are important to you. Just pick three. You don’t need to have loads. I’ve done a lot of values work with organisations and coaching clients over the years. We talk about the core values that need to be reflected in their work, businesses or everyday life.

What I call comparison culture can be a big distraction. Everyone is following their own plan so remember to stay in your own lane. If you find yourself questioning whether you should be doing something similar to someone else always check if their lane is really what you want or where you need to be.  It’s good to pause to check you’re in the lane you wish to be or that’s right for you.

Just because someone’s else success looks easier remember nobody reached where they are without working hard at something. Don’t feel that someone else’s lane is more straightforward. There business may look easy but this doesn’t mean everything is easy for them. Everyone’s experience will include some curves, diversions, pit stops or U-turns.

When we remind ourselves why we’re motivated to do something it’s gives us more focus. It also gives our plans purpose. Ask yourself why you’re doing this again? What are the benefits of your plans? What will they bring you or others? What are your ultimate intentions with your plans? Answering these questions will help you understand your why and help you to stay in your lane.

Sunita is a trained Business, Career and Confidence Coach and CIPD qualified HR professional with over 20 years in her field. To find out more about her recommended coaching services click here or you can browse forthcoming online meet ups and masterclasses right here. Need some expert advice on your CV or LinkedIn profile? Check out the options here. 

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Sunita loves running the Lucky Things®️ Meet Ups and Masterclasses – Since 2016, they’re known for being inclusive spaces all about looking after our confidence, careers (whatever we do in our week!) and wellbeing. Sunita’s colourful career kicked off in fashion and media, working with brands like Liberty, The Body Shop, Nike, I-D magazine and Italian Vogue. Her coaching and professional development career now focuses on helping others to feel confident so they move forward with their aims, ideas, plans or businesses.

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