It is well documented that public speaking is a common fear, so there’s really no need to rehash the fact that an estimated 75% of people suffer from it. Instead, let’s try to revise our perspective of this phobia. In a recent meeting, one of my mentors asked me a question that has completely changed…
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Why You Should Leave Your Comfort Zone
Staying in the security of your comfort zone forever sounds like a nice idea, doesn’t it? In there it’s safe, cozy, and above all predictable. No anxiety or worry, no listing pros and cons, and best of all — no fear of failure or injury. Yes, that sounds great. The exact same thing, day after…
Four Challenges Only The Success Mindset Can Overcome
It often amazes me how some people perceive challenges as insurmountable while successful people see them simply as obstacles to overcome. When Martin Seligman at the University of Pennsylvania studied this phenomenon, he concluded that success in life is based on one critical distinction—whether you believe that your failures are the result of personal deficits…
Four Networking Mistakes to Avoid
No matter what industry you’re in, networking is critical to your overall success. Connecting with new people not only enables you to refine your interpersonal communication skills, but also to ultimately expand your professional opportunities. Here are four networking mistakes often made and how to avoid them. 1. Feeling too intimidated to attend networking events…