HBR IdeaCast How People Succeed By Defying Expectations
Feb 11, 2020
Laura Huang, an associate professor at Harvard Business School and author of "Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage," explores how to overcome workplace bias. She emphasizes recognizing one's outsider status to transform adversity into opportunity. Through humorous anecdotes, Huang illustrates how misunderstandings can lead to valuable connections. She encourages listeners to embrace their unique traits and advocate for personal empowerment, while also stressing the importance of self-awareness in reshaping perceptions and defying expectations.
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Hard Work and Perceptions
- Hard work alone isn't enough for success; perceptions and biases play a significant role.
- Make your hard work more effective by understanding and addressing these biases.
Turning Disadvantage into Advantage
- People who are underestimated can leverage their perceived disadvantages into advantages.
- By acknowledging and addressing biases, they can even outperform those initially perceived as more advantaged.
The Power of Delight
- Delight others by revealing an unexpected aspect of yourself, challenging their assumptions.
- This creates an opportunity to showcase your value and enrich their perspectives.
