The Chase Jarvis LIVE Show What’s Stopping You From Taking the Risk That Could Change Everything?
Mar 26, 2025
Jenny Wood, author of Wild Courage and a former Google executive, dives into the power of overcoming fear in this engaging conversation. She shares personal stories of career shifts and the significance of embracing one's so-called negative traits like shamelessness. Listeners will learn how reframing fears can lead to personal growth and what 'fearscaping' means in the context of overcoming self-doubt. Jenny emphasizes the beauty of vulnerability, resilience, and even obsession as tools for success, encouraging everyone to take bold actions towards their dreams.
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Subway Courage
- Jenny Wood chased her now-husband off a subway after initially hesitating due to fear of judgment, failure, and uncertainty.
- This bold act of courage led to a successful 11-year marriage and two children.
Mini Courage Deposits
- Practice courage in small, daily actions, such as speaking up in meetings or sending emails.
- Build 'mini courage deposits' to close the gap between desires and achievements.
Spicy Strengths
- Embrace seemingly negative traits like nosiness and manipulation as potential strengths.
- Reframe "manipulation" as building influence through empathy and mutual benefit.
