Behavioral Grooves Podcast Turn a Negative Trait into Your Greatest Strength | Jenny Wood
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Jan 27, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Jenny Wood, a former Google executive and author of the thought-provoking book Wild Courage, redefines negative traits as hidden strengths. She highlights how 'nosiness' can facilitate connections and 'brutal honesty' can create necessary boundaries. Jenny shares actionable insights on how to leverage traits typically seen as weaknesses, such as 'manipulativeness,' into powerful assets for personal and professional success. With humor and even a surprising oatmeal cookie recipe, she encourages everyone to embrace their unique traits.
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Forgiveness over Permission
- Ask for forgiveness rather than permission.
- This encourages a proactive approach, essential for those writing a book like Wild Courage.
Subway Romance
- Jenny Wood met her husband by chasing him off a subway train after finding him attractive.
- She emphasizes that serendipity is made, not found, highlighting her proactive approach to life.
Title Evolution
- Jenny Wood's book title evolved from The Chase to Wild Courage.
- This shift reflects a focus on optimism and aspiration, encouraging readers to embrace courage.
