

How to Be a Likeable Badass
5 snips Dec 10, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Alison Fragale, an organizational psychologist and professor at UNC Chapel Hill, shares insights from her book, 'Likeable Badass.' She emphasizes the blend of warmth and assertiveness as a key to professional success. Listeners learn about the power of external validation and building a network of supporters through practical strategies like the '10-10 challenge.' Alison highlights the importance of authentic contributions in enhancing one’s professional reputation and fostering meaningful connections.
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Likeable Badass
- Being a "likeable badass" blends caring and capability, earning respect and status.
- Status, existing in others' minds, is crucial for power and well-being.
Help Others With Your Skills
- Use your skills to help others to build status authentically.
- Offering help with social media to older colleagues can demonstrate value.
Small Deposits
- Make small, frequent "deposits" of value to build status efficiently.
- Introduce people, offer resources, or share pre-written advice.