Coaching for Leaders 480: Get Noticed Without Selling Out, with Laura Huang
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Jul 13, 2020 In this engaging discussion, Laura Huang, an associate professor at Harvard Business School and author of *Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage*, shares insights on navigating personal and professional spaces. She argues that embracing constraints can turn challenges into strengths and that self-awareness shouldn't hinder guidance. Laura emphasizes the importance of owning your narrative and actively shaping how others perceive you. Plus, she dispels the myth that being authentic equates to selling out, championing the power of storytelling in leadership.
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Myth of Meritocracy
- Hard work is essential but often insufficient for success.
- People realize the world isn't entirely meritocratic, as some succeed with less effort.
Bad Advice
- "Be yourself" is bad advice because there are many versions of ourselves.
- Show the side of yourself that shines brightest in each situation, like facets of a diamond.
Networking Gone Wrong
- Laura Huang shares a story about awkward networking attempts with an associate dean.
- A chance encounter on a flight led to a genuine connection and mentorship.
