Building a Habit of Bravery

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In this chapter, they discuss the importance of building a habit of bravery in order to be successful at work. They emphasize the need to block off time to review upcoming commitments and identify points of uncertainty. They also talk about assessing one's agency in different situations and creating a clear vision for work and relationships. Finally, they stress the importance of expressing intent and avoiding the habit of winging it in one's career.

Todd Henry shares how to build the courage to chase after opportunities amidst uncertainty.

— YOU’LL LEARN —

1) How to muster courage in the moment

2) The biggest myth that holds us back

3) Five steps to feel braver every day

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— ABOUT TODD —

Todd Henry teaches leaders and organizations how to establish practices that lead to everyday brilliance. He is the author of seven books: The Accidental Creative, Die Empty, Louder Than Words, Herding Tigers, The Motivation Code, Daily Creative, The Brave Habit, which have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and he speaks and consults across dozens of industries on creativity, leadership, and passion for work.

With more than fifteen million downloads, his podcast offers weekly tips for how to stay prolific, brilliant, and healthy.

• Book: The Brave Habit: A Guide To Courageous Leadership

• Book: Die Empty: Unleash Your Best Work Every Day

• Book: The Accidental Creative: How to Be Brilliant at a Moment's Notice

• Podcast: The Daily Creative with Todd Henry

• Website: ToddHenry.com

— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW —

• Book: "Benjamin Franklin: An American Life" by Walter Isaacson

• Book: "Harvard Classics Volume 1: The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin; The Journal of John Woolman; Some Fruits of Solitude"

• Book: The Dip: A Little Book That Teaches You When to Quit (and When to Stick) by Seth Godin

• Book: The Complete Harvard Classics 2020 Edition

• Past episode: 614: Making Smarter Decisions When You Can’t Know Everything with Annie Duke