How to Be Awesome at Your Job

805: How to Boost Your Confidence and Advocate for Yourself with Kelli Thompson

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Oct 3, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Salary Negotiation Poker Face

  • Kelly Thompson shared a salary negotiation story where candidates asked for unrealistic salaries with personal reasons.
  • She had to keep a poker face and remain calm despite the unwork-related justifications.
INSIGHT

Confidence Isn't Rule-Following

  • Following traditional career rules doesn't guarantee confidence or happiness.
  • True confidence grows when you live aligned with your values and say no to what you don't want.
ADVICE

Calm Nerves with Body and Mind

  • Use body techniques like four-count breathing and ice water to calm nerves before presentations.
  • Name and normalize emotions like doubt with compassion; reframe doubt as a sign of growth.
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