How to Set Yourself Up to Stand Out | The HigherUp Podcast Ep. 28

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Oct 6, 2024

The speaker shares an inspiring presentation about standing out in today's competitive job market. They delve into self-promotion techniques and the importance of effective communication. Personal growth strategies highlight overcoming challenges through mindset shifts. The pursuit of personal success is explored, encouraging authenticity and genuine curiosity. The concept of outsourcing tasks for productivity and embracing vulnerability for growth are discussed, along with maximizing value through active listening and reaching out for mentorship.

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ADVICE

Everything is Sales

View everything in life as sales, whether it's your career, relationships, or personal goals.
Recognize that selling involves convincing others of your value and building trust.

ADVICE

Build Confidence with Proof

Build confidence by stacking undeniable proof of your abilities through actions and achievements.
Start small, keep promises to yourself, and consistently cast votes for the person you want to become.

ANECDOTE

Masogi and Self-Belief

Michael Smoke shares his experience with masogi, a Japanese practice of purification through extreme challenge.
He explains how taking on physical challenges like marathons built his self-belief and bled into other areas of his life.

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