Its always fun to read biographies about other people and learn from their experiences and mistakes.

But what about your story?

It can help you distance yourself from your situation to understand it better.

Aliza Licht is the author ofLeave Your Mark: Land Your Dream Job.

Kill It in Your Career.

Our research suggests that there is literal truth in this statement when it comes to assessments of personal change.

Not to worry, Licht isnt suggesting you write a memoir or anything.

Go about the exercise like a journalist writing a profile on someone.

(Its also why this isnt quite an autobiography).

Licht says the idea is to get an aerial view of your life.

Read it to yourself:This is an exercise in self-awareness.

Its an interesting exercise, and one that seems to have a few benefits.

To learn more, head to Business Insiders link, below.

Writing your own biography might be critical to your success| Business Insider

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