Jordan Harbinger and Gabriel Mizrahi discuss topics such as enduring life with abusive parents, navigating non-monogamy in relationships, turning down an intense work opportunity, and the dangers of MLMs in this episode of Feedback Friday on The Jordan Harbinger Show.
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Communicating contentment in a current role without appearing ungrateful for declining a promotion.
Highlighting the exploitative nature of MLMs and advising against involvement in such schemes.
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Contented Lawyer Doesn't Want a Promotion
The writer, a lawyer, has been offered a role in the succession plan of their company but does not want a promotion. They enjoy their current position, have a good work-life balance, and feel content in their role. They worry about appearing ungrateful or lacking ambition if they decline the promotion. The writer seeks advice on how to communicate their decision to management without negatively impacting their standing or relationships within the company.
Maintaining Work-Life Balance and Happiness
The writer values their current role and work-life balance, opting to continue doing what they enjoy rather than seeking career advancement. They express a desire to protect their lifestyle and avoid the long hours and stress associated with higher-level positions. They seek guidance on how to communicate their contentment and lack of ambition for further promotions to management without causing any negative repercussions.
MLM mentorship disguised as a scam
A listener shares their involvement in a mentorship group that claims to focus on personal development but operates within a well-known MLM structure. The group emphasizes mindset change and self-improvement while requiring members to buy products from their mentors and recruit others. Although the listener has experienced some benefits, the hosts argue that this mentorship is merely a facade for the MLM scheme. They highlight the use of vague concepts, gaslighting tactics, and financial loss within the business model, emphasizing the exploitative nature of MLMs.
The illusion of legitimacy in MLMs
The hosts further discuss the contradictions and manipulations within MLM mentorship practices. They criticize the notion that the mentorship is the primary focus while the MLM business model is downplayed. The hosts argue that the appearance of legitimacy through partnerships with other companies does not validate MLMs as credible ventures. They also emphasize the common tactics used by MLMs to deflect responsibility for lack of success onto individuals and discourage critical thinking. In conclusion, they advise the listener to reconsider their involvement with the group and instead invest in real coaching and skill development.
How do you and your sis endure life under your parents—who are "only" abusive 10% of the time—until you're old enough to leave? Welcome to Feedback Friday!
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On This Week's Feedback Friday, We Discuss:
How do you and your sister endure life under your parents — who are "only" abusive 10% of the time — until you're old enough to leave home? [Thanks to clinical psychologist Dr. Erin Margolis for helping us with this one!]
Your long-term partner has been dropping hints about opening up your relationship, which only makes you feel like you're not good enough for him. Will insisting on maintaining monogamy just urge him to move on — and would that be the worst thing in the world if you each want something different from a relationship?
While you're flattered your company thinks enough of you to offer you your boss' job when he retires, you're content where you are and don't really want to be working 70-80 hours a week in your 50s. How can you tactfully turn down such an "opportunity" without appearing ungrateful?
You know all the other MLMs out there are scams that prey on people eager to "be their own boss" while draining their bank accounts by making them buy products they don't need and will never sell. But the one you belong to is totally different, right? Right?
Have any questions, comments, or stories you'd like to share with us? Drop us a line at friday@jordanharbinger.com!