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Wisdom From The Top with Guy Raz

How to Build Confidence via Strangers, ft. Joe Keohane

Jan 24, 2024
Joe Keohane, a longtime journalist, talks about the benefits of connecting with strangers. He explores how talking to strangers can increase happiness, empathy, and trust. They discuss techniques for starting conversations and building confidence. The podcast also examines the importance of talking to strangers in early human societies and addresses the fear of rejection. The speaker shares their personal transformative journey of writing a book and embracing optimism.
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  • Talking to strangers can make us happier and more empathetic, improving our personal well-being.
  • Engaging with strangers helps in building connections and gaining new perspectives, benefiting entrepreneurs and managers.

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The Power of Connecting with Strangers

Author Joe Cohane discusses the importance and benefits of connecting with strangers in a suspicious world. He believes that talking to strangers can make us better people and that these interactions help us empathize with people from different backgrounds and perspectives. Cohane emphasizes the value of engaging with strangers despite our increasing dependence on technology and the fear of rejection. He shares personal anecdotes, research, and insights from his book, 'The Power of Strangers', to demonstrate the positive impact of these connections on our personal and professional well-being.

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