Productivity Gladiator

Tips You Missed On Successfully Starting Something New - with Dr. Amanda Crowell

Jun 10, 2024
Dr. Amanda Crowell, a cognitive psychologist and author of "Great Work," shares her insights on starting new ventures. She discusses mental blocks that often hold us back, emphasizing that our internal narratives can create fear of judgment. Crowell advocates for personalized strategies to enhance productivity and encourages starting small to overcome barriers. Her perspective on healthy leadership highlights the importance of open communication and recognizing limits to prevent burnout. This engaging conversation offers practical tips for navigating personal growth and embracing change.
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INSIGHT

Implementation Over Information

  • Implementation, not information, is the real barrier to change.
  • Your beliefs and self-knowledge determine which tips actually work for you.
INSIGHT

Mindset Blocks That Halt Beginnings

  • Three mindset blocks stop people: I can't, people like me don't, and I don't want to.
  • Belonging fears often keep people from even trying to change.
ADVICE

Declare The Beta And Contrast Mentally

  • Admit upfront that the new process will be messy and name likely problems.
  • Use mental contrasting to plan how the team will handle predictable mistakes.
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